2000 Daewoo Musiro vs. 2005 Opel Signum
To start off, 2005 Opel Signum is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daewoo Musiro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daewoo Musiro would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Musiro. (105 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Musiro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Signum weights approximately 635 kg more than 2000 Daewoo Musiro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Daewoo Musiro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Daewoo Musiro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Signum, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Opel Signum (370 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Musiro. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Musiro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Musiro | 2005 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Daewoo | Opel |
| Model | Musiro | Signum |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
