2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2002 Opel Signum
To start off, 2002 Opel Signum is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (188 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Opel Signum. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Signum weights approximately 365 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
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, 2002 Opel Signum (377 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2002 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 156 | Signum |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |
