2012 Volvo C70 vs. 2005 Opel Signum
To start off, 2012 Volvo C70 is newer by 7 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo C70 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Opel Signum. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo C70 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Opel Signum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo C70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volvo C70 | 2005 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Volvo | Opel |
| Model | C70 | Signum |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1836 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
