2002 Opel Signum vs. 2002 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, both 2002 Opel Signum and 2002 SsangYong Rexton were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Signum (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 369 kg more than 2002 Opel Signum.
Because 2002 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Signum. (165 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Opel Signum | 2002 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Opel | SsangYong |
Model | Signum | Rexton |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 16.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |