2001 Opel Signum 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 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Signum would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Opel Signum. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Signum.
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, 2002 Opel Signum (377 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Signum. (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Opel Signum | 2002 Opel Signum | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Signum | Signum |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 2957 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |