2006 Opel Signum vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, both 2006 Opel Signum and 2006 Smart Roadster 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 Opel Signum (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Signum weights approximately 750 kg more than 2006 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Smart Roadster 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 Smart Roadster. 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster. 2006 Smart Roadster 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 Smart Roadster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Opel Signum | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Opel | Smart |
Model | Signum | Roadster |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |