1999 Opel Signum vs. 2004 Vauxhall Tigra
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Tigra is newer by 5 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Signum (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Tigra. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Signum weights approximately 345 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Tigra. 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, 1999 Opel Signum (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Tigra. (168 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Signum | 2004 Vauxhall Tigra | |
| Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
| Model | Signum | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
