2008 Toyota Prius vs. 2006 Opel Signum
To start off, 2008 Toyota Prius 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Signum (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Prius.
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 (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota Prius | 2006 Opel Signum | |
Make | Toyota | Opel |
Model | Prius | Signum |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 4.9 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |