2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Signum
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Signum would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Signum weights approximately 57 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 2003 Vauxhall Signum | |
| Make | Porsche | Vauxhall |
| Model | 911 | Signum |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 473 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2840 mm |
