2007 Opel Signum vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2007 Opel Signum and 2007 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Signum (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Signum weights approximately 295 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. 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 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Signum | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Signum | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |