2000 Opel Signum vs. 1997 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2000 Opel Signum is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Signum (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Signum weights approximately 290 kg more than 1997 Skoda Octavia. 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, 2000 Opel Signum (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Signum | 1997 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Signum | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
