2005 Opel Signum vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 2005 Opel Signum and 2005 Peugeot 206 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,174 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Signum (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Signum weights approximately 660 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 206. 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 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Signum | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Signum | 206 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3174 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |