2005 Audi TT vs. 2003 Vauxhall Signum
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Signum would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. (175 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Signum weights approximately 65 kg more than 2005 Audi TT.
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, 2003 Vauxhall Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 2003 Vauxhall Signum | |
| Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
| Model | TT | Signum |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2840 mm |
