2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Opel Signum
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2008 Opel Signum were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Signum weights approximately 265 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 2008 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2008 Opel Signum has automatic transmission and 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Opel Signum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Opel Signum | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Spider | Signum |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2957 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |