2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 1999 Opel Signum
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Signum would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fiesta (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1999 Opel Signum. (123 HP @ 3250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Signum weights approximately 473 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1999 Opel Signum (271 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 1999 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Fiesta | Signum |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1137 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
