2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 2004 Opel Signum
To start off, 2004 Opel Signum is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Stilo (168 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Opel Signum. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 344 kg more than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
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, 2004 Opel Signum (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 2004 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Stilo | Signum |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
