2000 Opel Signum vs. 1998 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2000 Opel Signum is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 306 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2000 Opel Signum. (123 HP @ 3250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Signum weights approximately 446 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 306.
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 (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 306. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Signum | 1998 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Signum | 306 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
