2005 Mini Cooper vs. 2004 Opel Signum
To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper 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 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Signum (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 385 kg more than 2005 Mini Cooper. 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, 2004 Opel Signum (326 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini Cooper. (151 Nm). This means 2004 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mini Cooper | 2004 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Mini | Opel |
| Model | Cooper | Signum |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
