2002 Dodge Dakota vs. 2003 Opel Signum
To start off, 2003 Opel Signum is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Opel Signum. (115 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1 kg more than 2003 Opel Signum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Dakota 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, 2003 Opel Signum (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Dakota | 2003 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Dakota | Signum |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2840 mm |
