2001 Opel Signum vs. 2011 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, 2011 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 10 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Signum (144 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Daewoo Lacetti. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2011 Daewoo Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Daewoo Lacetti weights approximately 99 kg more 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 (220 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daewoo Lacetti. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daewoo Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Signum | 2011 Daewoo Lacetti | |
| Make | Opel | Daewoo |
| Model | Signum | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 11.6 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 | 1398 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
