2010 Porsche Panamera vs. 2007 Opel Signum
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Signum would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2007 Opel Signum. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 130 kg more than 2007 Opel Signum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche Panamera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Porsche Panamera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Signum, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Signum. (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Signum. 2007 Opel Signum has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche Panamera has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche Panamera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Opel Signum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Porsche Panamera | 2007 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Porsche | Opel |
| Model | Panamera | Signum |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4968 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2918 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
