2001 Opel Signum vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Opel Signum. (125 HP @ 3250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Signum weights approximately 310 kg more than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
Because 2011 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4 will offer significantly more control. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Signum | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Signum | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
