2009 Audi S5 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Signum
To start off, 2009 Audi S5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Signum would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Signum. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi S5 weights approximately 372 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Signum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi S5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Vauxhall Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Audi S5 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Signum. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Signum.
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2009 Audi S5 | 2004 Vauxhall Signum | |
Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
Model | S5 | Signum |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 354 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2840 mm |