2001 Kia Sportage vs. 2002 Opel Signum
To start off, 2002 Opel Signum is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Signum (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2001 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Signum weights approximately 213 kg more than 2001 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Kia Sportage 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, 2002 Opel Signum (377 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Sportage. 2002 Opel Signum has automatic transmission and 2001 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2001 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Opel Signum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Sportage | 2002 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Sportage | Signum |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
