2005 Holden Cruze vs. 2003 Opel Signum
To start off, 2005 Holden Cruze is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Signum would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Signum (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2005 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 710 kg more than 2005 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Holden Cruze will offer significantly more control. 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 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Cruze. 2003 Opel Signum has automatic transmission and 2005 Holden Cruze has manual transmission. 2005 Holden Cruze will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Opel Signum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Cruze | 2003 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Cruze | Signum |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
