2000 Opel Signum vs. 2000 Seat Ibiza
To start off, both 2000 Opel Signum and 2000 Seat Ibiza 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 46 more horse power than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Signum weights approximately 480 kg more than 2000 Seat Ibiza. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (136 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Signum | 2000 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Signum | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |