2000 Opel Signum vs. 2000 Opel Meriva

To start off, both 2000 Opel Signum and 2000 Opel Meriva were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 21 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Signum weights approximately 130 kg more than 2000 Opel Meriva. 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 Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Signum. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Signum.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Opel Signum 2000 Opel Meriva
Make Opel Opel
Model Signum Meriva
Year Released 2000 2000
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1796 cc 1686 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 120 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 167 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 2300 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 18.4:1
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.2 seconds 13.8 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1480 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4050 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 53 L


 

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