2005 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Opel Signum
To start off, both 2005 BMW 330 and 2005 Opel Signum were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2005 Opel Signum. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 43 kg more than 2005 Opel Signum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Signum. (165 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2005 Opel Signum | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 330 | Signum |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |