2005 Vauxhall Signum vs. 2011 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2011 Ford Maverick is newer by 6 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Maverick (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Signum. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Maverick weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Signum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Vauxhall Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Maverick will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Ford Maverick (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Signum. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Signum.
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2005 Vauxhall Signum | 2011 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Vauxhall | Ford |
Model | Signum | Maverick |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |