2005 Seat Alhambra vs. 2001 Opel Signum
To start off, 2005 Seat Alhambra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Signum would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 10 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Alhambra | 2001 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Seat | Opel |
| Model | Alhambra | Signum |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
