1998 Opel Signum vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica is newer by 7 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 8 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Celica. (140 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Celica weights approximately 245 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) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Celica. (170 Nm). This means 1998 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Signum | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Signum | Celica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
