1998 Opel Signum vs. 1999 Toyota Echo
To start off, 1999 Toyota Echo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Signum would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Signum (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Echo. (84 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Echo weights approximately 70 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Opel Signum (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Echo. (123 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Signum | 1999 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Signum | Echo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
