2011 Subaru Impreza vs. 2007 Opel Signum
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 4 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Opel Signum. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Signum weights approximately 140 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Signum. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Signum. 2007 Opel Signum has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Impreza 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.
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2011 Subaru Impreza | 2007 Opel Signum | |
Make | Subaru | Opel |
Model | Impreza | Signum |
Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |