2006 Opel Signum vs. 2005 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2006 Opel Signum is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Signum weights approximately 506 kg more than 2005 Seat Cordoba. 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 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Signum | 2005 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Signum | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
