2007 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Opel Signum
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Signum would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Signum (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 54 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Ford Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Signum. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2004 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Focus | Signum |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 58 L |
