2011 Ford Fusion vs. 2005 Opel Signum
To start off, 2011 Ford Fusion is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Signum would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Fusion (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Opel Signum. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Signum weights approximately 41 kg more than 2011 Ford Fusion.
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, 2005 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fusion. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Fusion | 2005 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Fusion | Signum |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 337 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 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 | 1629 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1445 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2728 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
