2004 Vauxhall Signum vs. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Signum would be higher. At 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Signum. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Signum weights approximately 48 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Signum. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Signum.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Vauxhall Signum | 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
Model | Signum | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |