2002 Opel Signum vs. 2004 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2004 Proton Gen-2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Signum would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Proton Gen-2 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Opel Signum. (100 HP @ 3120 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Signum.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Opel Signum (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Signum | 2004 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Opel | Proton |
| Model | Signum | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3120 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
