2005 Rover 45 vs. 2005 Opel Signum
To start off, both 2005 Rover 45 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Rover 45. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Signum weights approximately 490 kg more than 2005 Rover 45. 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 (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 45. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 45. 2005 Opel Signum has automatic transmission and 2005 Rover 45 has manual transmission. 2005 Rover 45 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 Rover 45 | 2005 Opel Signum | |
Make | Rover | Opel |
Model | 45 | Signum |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |