2005 Opel Signum vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 6 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Signum (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Signum weights approximately 282 kg more than 2011 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Duster will offer significantly more control. 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 (165 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Signum | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Opel | Dacia |
| Model | Signum | Duster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
