2006 Citroen C1 vs. 2006 Opel Signum
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C1 and 2006 Opel Signum were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Signum (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Signum weights approximately 660 kg more than 2006 Citroen C1. 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, 2006 Opel Signum (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C1. 2006 Opel Signum has automatic transmission and 2006 Citroen C1 has manual transmission. 2006 Citroen C1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Opel Signum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C1 | 2006 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C1 | Signum |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
