2007 Opel Signum vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, both 2007 Opel Signum and 2007 Volkswagen Caddy 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 52 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Signum weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Signum | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Signum | Caddy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |