2005 Opel Signum vs. 2001 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Opel Signum is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Forester (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Opel Signum. (124 HP @ 3250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Signum weights approximately 240 kg more than 2001 Subaru Forester.
Because 2001 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Opel Signum (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Forester. 2001 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Signum has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Signum will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Signum | 2001 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Signum | Forester |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
