2006 Ford Focus vs. 2003 Opel Signum
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Opel Signum. (99 HP @ 3120 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1236 kg more than 2003 Opel Signum. 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, 2003 Opel Signum (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2003 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Focus | Signum |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3120 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
