2005 Opel Signum vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, both 2005 Opel Signum and 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Signum (124 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (102 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Signum weights approximately 245 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. 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 (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Signum | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
Make | Opel | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Signum | Vaneo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |