2001 Opel Filo vs. 2003 Opel Signum
To start off, 2003 Opel Signum is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Filo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Filo would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2001 Opel Filo. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Filo.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Filo. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Filo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Filo | 2003 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Filo | Signum |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
