2006 Subaru Impreza vs. 2005 Vauxhall Signum
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Vauxhall Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Vauxhall Signum would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Signum. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Signum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Vauxhall Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Signum. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Signum.
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2006 Subaru Impreza | 2005 Vauxhall Signum | |
Make | Subaru | Vauxhall |
Model | Impreza | Signum |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2840 mm |