2000 Opel Zafira vs. 2000 Opel Signum
To start off, both 2000 Opel Zafira and 2000 Opel Signum were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Signum (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Signum weights approximately 400 kg more than 2000 Opel Zafira. 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 Zafira (203 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Signum. (167 Nm). This means 2000 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Zafira | 2000 Opel Signum | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Zafira | Signum |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 167 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |