2005 Mazda 5 vs. 2005 Opel Signum
To start off, both 2005 Mazda 5 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 5. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Signum weights approximately 84 kg more than 2005 Mazda 5. 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 (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 5. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda 5 | 2005 Opel Signum | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | 5 | Signum |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1908 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |