2007 Opel Signum vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Signum would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Focus (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Opel Signum. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Signum weights approximately 214 kg more than 2013 Ford Focus.
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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Signum | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Signum | Focus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4534 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
