2006 Opel Signum vs. 2006 Peugeot 607
To start off, both 2006 Opel Signum and 2006 Peugeot 607 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,718 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 607 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Opel Signum. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 318 kg more than 2006 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 Peugeot 607 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Signum. (168 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Signum. 2006 Peugeot 607 has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Signum has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Signum will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Peugeot 607 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Signum | 2006 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Signum | 607 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2718 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
