2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2005 Opel Signum
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (139 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Signum weights approximately 246 kg more than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 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 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (189 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2005 Opel Signum | |
Make | Chrysler | Opel |
Model | PT Cruiser | Signum |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1424 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |