2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 2006 Opel Signum
To start off, both 2006 Ford Mondeo 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Opel Signum. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Signum weights approximately 43 kg more than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
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 Ford Mondeo (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Signum. (168 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mondeo | 2006 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mondeo | Signum |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1437 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
