2005 Opel Signum vs. 2012 Acura TSX
To start off, 2012 Acura TSX is newer by 7 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 3,174 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Signum (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Acura TSX. (201 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Signum weights approximately 36 kg more than 2012 Acura TSX. 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 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura TSX. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Signum | 2012 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Opel | Acura |
| Model | Signum | TSX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3174 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4714 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
