2001 Opel Signum vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Signum weights approximately 630 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Opel Signum | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Signum | Yaris |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |