1999 Opel Signum vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Signum would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Opel Signum. (99 HP @ 3120 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Signum weights approximately 575 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1999 Opel Signum (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 2002 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Signum has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Signum will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Signum | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Signum | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3120 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
