2006 Opel Signum vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 7 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Opel Signum. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Signum weights approximately 340 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
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 (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Signum | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Opel | Mini |
| Model | Signum | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1414 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
