2011 Chrysler 200 vs. 2006 Opel Signum
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 200 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, 2006 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Chrysler 200. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2011 Chrysler 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler 200 weights approximately 63 kg more than 2006 Opel Signum.
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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chrysler 200. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chrysler 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chrysler 200 | 2006 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | 200 | Signum |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4948 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2766 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
