2005 Opel Tigra vs. 2004 Vauxhall Signum
To start off, 2005 Opel Tigra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Signum would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Signum (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Opel Tigra. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Signum should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Signum weights approximately 193 kg more than 2005 Opel Tigra. 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 Tigra (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Signum. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Tigra | 2004 Vauxhall Signum | |
| Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
| Model | Tigra | Signum |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1194 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
