1999 Opel Signum vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 14 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, both vehicles can yield 208 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Signum weights approximately 325 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
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 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Signum | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Opel | Mini |
| Model | Signum | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1432 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2547 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |
