2005 Marcos TS vs. 2004 Opel Signum
To start off, 2005 Marcos TS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Signum would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TS (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Opel Signum. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TS should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 535 kg more than 2005 Marcos TS.
Because 2005 Marcos TS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Marcos TS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Opel Signum, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Opel Signum (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Marcos TS | 2004 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Marcos | Opel |
| Model | TS | Signum |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2840 mm |
