2008 Kia Rio vs. 2006 Opel Signum
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Signum would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Rio (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Opel Signum. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Signum weights approximately 551 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio.
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, 2006 Opel Signum (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Rio | 2006 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Rio | Signum |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
