2000 Opel Signum vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 11 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2000 Opel Signum. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Signum weights approximately 10 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi.
Because 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Signum. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Signum | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Opel | Suzuki |
Model | Signum | Kizashi |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |