2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 2001 Opel Signum
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Signum would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Signum weights approximately 129 kg more than 2009 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2001 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 2001 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mondeo | Signum |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1541 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
