2006 Hyundai Azera vs. 2004 Opel Signum
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Azera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Signum would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Azera (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2004 Opel Signum. (125 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 305 kg more than 2004 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, 2006 Hyundai Azera (346 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Signum. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Azera | 2004 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Azera | Signum |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3798 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |
