2005 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2004 Opel Signum
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 495 kg more than 2004 Opel Signum.
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 (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2004 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Lancer | Signum |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
