2005 Vauxhall Signum vs. 2010 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Vauxhall Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Vauxhall Signum would be higher. At 4,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Signum. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Signum weights approximately 495 kg more than 2010 Maserati GranTurismo.
Because 2010 Maserati GranTurismo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Maserati GranTurismo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Signum, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Signum. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Vauxhall Signum | 2010 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Maserati |
| Model | Signum | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1118 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2299 mm |
