2007 Opel Signum vs. 2007 Skoda Superb
To start off, both 2007 Opel Signum and 2007 Skoda Superb 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 5 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Superb. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Superb. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Signum weights approximately 22 kg more than 2007 Skoda Superb. 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 (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Superb. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Superb.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Signum | 2007 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Signum | Superb |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
