1999 Opel Signum vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 7 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Signum (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Signum weights approximately 325 kg more than 2006 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Signum. (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Signum | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Signum | Hilux |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |