2006 Citroen C8 vs. 2006 Opel Signum
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C8 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 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Signum (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C8. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 232 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Opel Signum (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C8. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C8. 2006 Citroen C8 has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Signum has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Signum will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Citroen C8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C8 | 2006 Opel Signum | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | C8 | Signum |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |