2000 Opel Signum vs. 2007 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2007 Proton Gen-2 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Signum 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 12 more horse power than 2007 Proton Gen-2. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Gen-2.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Opel Signum (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Signum | 2007 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Opel | Proton |
| Model | Signum | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
