2001 Opel Signum vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis is newer by 6 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avensis (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2001 Opel Signum. (125 HP @ 3250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis 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, 2007 Toyota Avensis (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Signum. (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Opel Signum | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Signum | Avensis |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 15.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |