1998 Opel Signum vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 14 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1998 Opel Signum. (99 HP @ 3120 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 360 kg more than 1998 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Signum. (185 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Signum. 2012 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1998 Opel Signum has manual transmission. 1998 Opel Signum will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Signum | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Signum | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3120 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
