2002 Opel Signum vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo 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 Seat Toledo (138 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2002 Opel Signum. (100 HP @ 3120 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Signum weights approximately 175 kg more than 2004 Seat Toledo.
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, 2004 Seat Toledo (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Signum. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Signum | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Signum | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3120 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
