2000 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2003 Opel Signum
To start off, 2003 Opel Signum is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Ulysse would be higher. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Signum (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Ulysse. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 100 kg more than 2000 Fiat Ulysse. 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, 2003 Opel Signum (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Ulysse. (173 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Ulysse | 2003 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Ulysse | Signum |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3173 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |
