2005 Opel Signum vs. 2011 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2011 Opel Corsa 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 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 35 more horse power than 2011 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Corsa weights approximately 3 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 Opel Signum (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Signum | 2011 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Signum | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 12.4 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 | 1610 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
