2005 Peugeot 206 vs. 2005 Opel Signum

To start off, both 2005 Peugeot 206 and 2005 Opel Signum were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 74 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Signum weights approximately 383 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 206. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206. 2005 Opel Signum has automatic transmission and 2005 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2005 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Opel Signum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Peugeot 206 2005 Opel Signum
Make Peugeot Opel
Model 206 Signum
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 3174 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85.1 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.3 seconds 7.9 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1227 kg 1610 kg
Vehicle Length 3840 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8 L/100km 10.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 60 L


 

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