2005 Opel Signum vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Signum would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (356 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2005 Opel Signum. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Signum weights approximately 215 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Signum, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Signum. (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Signum | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Signum | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 356 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |