2001 Opel Signum vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry is newer by 4 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 2,361 cc, 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Opel Signum. (125 HP @ 3250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2001 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, 2001 Opel Signum (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Signum | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Signum | Camry |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2361 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1610 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
