2006 Opel Signum vs. 1990 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Opel Signum is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (157 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Opel Signum. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Signum weights approximately 295 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 1990 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Signum | 1990 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Signum | Passat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
