2007 Opel Signum vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2007 Opel Signum and 2007 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Signum (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Signum weights approximately 435 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 Opel Signum (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus. 2007 Ford Focus 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. 2007 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Signum | 2007 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Signum | Focus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3173 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
