2011 Audi TT vs. 2006 Opel Signum

To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 5 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, 2011 Audi TT (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Opel Signum. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Signum weights approximately 130 kg more than 2011 Audi TT.

Because 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT 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, 2006 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi TT. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi TT. 2006 Opel Signum has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2011 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Opel Signum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2011 Audi TT 2006 Opel Signum
Make Audi Opel
Model TT Signum
Year Released 2011 2006
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2000 cc 2958 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 265 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 349 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 1900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type AWD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1670 kg
Vehicle Length 4199 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1842 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1349 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2469 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 60 L