2005 Audi A2 vs. 2005 Vauxhall Signum
To start off, both 2005 Audi A2 and 2005 Vauxhall Signum were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Signum (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Audi A2. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Signum should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Signum weights approximately 365 kg more than 2005 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Audi A2 (230 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Signum. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Signum.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A2 | 2005 Vauxhall Signum | |
Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
Model | A2 | Signum |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2840 mm |