2007 Opel Signum vs. 2007 Porsche 911

To start off, both 2007 Opel Signum and 2007 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2007 Opel Signum. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Signum weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.

Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Signum. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Signum. 2007 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Opel Signum 2007 Porsche 911
Make Opel Porsche
Model Signum 911
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2196 cc 3594 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 153 HP 321 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94.6 mm 82.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.0:1 11.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 211 km/hour 280 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.8 seconds 5.1 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1535 kg 1450 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 11.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 67 L


 

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