2002 Opel Signum vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 6 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 4,477 cc, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Opel Signum. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 720 kg more than 2002 Opel Signum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Signum. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Signum | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Signum | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 4477 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 17.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 141 L |
