2005 Opel Signum vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2005 Opel Signum and 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 64 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Signum weights approximately 450 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Signum | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Signum | Polo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 17 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |