2000 Skoda Octavia vs. 2000 Opel Signum
To start off, both 2000 Skoda Octavia 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Signum (123 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Signum weights approximately 375 kg more than 2000 Skoda Octavia. 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 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Signum. (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Skoda Octavia | 2000 Opel Signum | |
Make | Skoda | Opel |
Model | Octavia | Signum |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |