2005 Opel Signum vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2005 Opel Signum and 2005 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S60. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S60 weights approximately 9 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Volvo S60 (271 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Signum. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Signum | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Signum | S60 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1908 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |