2002 Opel Signum vs. 2002 Saturn SC
To start off, both 2002 Opel Signum and 2002 Saturn SC were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Saturn SC (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Opel Signum. (100 HP @ 3120 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Signum weights approximately 521 kg more than 2002 Saturn SC.
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, 2002 Opel Signum (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Saturn SC. (155 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Opel Signum | 2002 Saturn SC | |
Make | Opel | Saturn |
Model | Signum | SC |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 3120 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |