2006 Opel Signum vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Signum would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Signum (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 93 kg more than 2006 Opel Signum.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Signum. (168 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Signum | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Signum | Touran |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |