2009 Honda Jazz vs. 2006 Opel Signum

To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 3 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Signum weights approximately 623 kg more than 2009 Honda Jazz. 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, 2006 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Honda Jazz 2006 Opel Signum
Make Honda Opel
Model Jazz Signum
Year Released 2009 2006
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1339 cc 2958 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 99 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 127 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 82 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 18.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 182 km/hour 221 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.4 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 1047 kg 1670 kg
Vehicle Length 3910 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.6 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 42 L 60 L


 

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