2000 Opel Signum vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 12 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 39 more horse power than 2012 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2012 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Signum weights approximately 195 kg more than 2012 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lada Niva 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, 2000 Opel Signum (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Signum | 2012 Lada Niva | |
Make | Opel | Lada |
Model | Signum | Niva |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 19.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |