2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2006 Opel Signum
To start off, both 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Opel Signum. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Signum weights approximately 460 kg more than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Signum, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Opel Signum (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2006 Opel Signum | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Signum |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |