2007 Opel Signum vs. 2007 Opel Astra

To start off, both 2007 Opel Signum and 2007 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Signum (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (118 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Signum weights approximately 140 kg more than 2007 Opel Astra. 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 Astra (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Signum. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Signum.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Opel Signum 2007 Opel Astra
Make Opel Opel
Model Signum Astra
Year Released 2007 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2196 cc 1909 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 153 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94.6 mm 90.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.0:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 211 km/hour 191 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.8 seconds 10.5 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1535 kg 1395 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 6.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 52 L


 

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