2007 Opel Signum vs. 2006 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Opel Signum is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Seat Altea would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Signum (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Seat Altea. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Signum weights approximately 183 kg more than 2006 Seat Altea. 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, 2006 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Signum. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Signum. 2006 Seat Altea has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Signum has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Signum will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Seat Altea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Signum | 2006 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Signum | Altea |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
