2008 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2008 Opel Signum
To start off, both 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Signum weights approximately 242 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. 2008 Opel Signum has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Passat | 2008 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Opel |
| Model | Passat | Signum |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.9 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
