2000 Chrysler Sebring 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 Chrysler Sebring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler Sebring would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Signum (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler Sebring. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Signum weights approximately 360 kg more than 2000 Chrysler Sebring. 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, 2002 Opel Signum (377 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Sebring. (176 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Sebring | 2002 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Sebring | Signum |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
