2002 Mitsubishi Diamante 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 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Opel Signum. (175 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 15 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante.
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, 2003 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante. (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2003 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Diamante | Signum |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |
