2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2003 Opel Signum
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Signum would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Signum (115 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 600 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda 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, 2003 Opel Signum (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 2003 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Panda | Signum |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2840 mm |
