2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 1998 Opel Signum
To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Signum would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Signum weights approximately 456 kg more than 2006 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1998 Opel Signum (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fiesta | 1998 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Fiesta | Signum |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
