2005 Opel Signum vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 3 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 Seat Altea. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Signum weights approximately 350 kg more than 2008 Seat Altea. 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 (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Altea. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Signum | 2008 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Signum | Altea |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
