2007 Toyota Avensis vs. 2005 Vauxhall Signum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Vauxhall Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Vauxhall Signum would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avensis (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Signum. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Signum. 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 Toyota Avensis (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Signum. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Signum.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Avensis | 2005 Vauxhall Signum | |
Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
Model | Avensis | Signum |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |