2002 Opel Signum vs. 2004 Samsung SM3
To start off, 2004 Samsung SM3 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 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Signum (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2004 Samsung SM3. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2004 Samsung SM3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Signum weights approximately 450 kg more than 2004 Samsung SM3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Samsung SM3. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Samsung SM3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Signum | 2004 Samsung SM3 | |
| Make | Opel | Samsung |
| Model | Signum | SM3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2540 mm |
