1999 Opel Signum vs. 2010 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2010 Kia Magentis is newer by 11 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 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Signum (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2010 Kia Magentis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Signum weights approximately 8 kg more than 2010 Kia Magentis. 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, 2010 Kia Magentis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Signum. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Signum | 2010 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Signum | Magentis |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 62 L |
