2002 Opel Zafira vs. 2002 Opel Signum
To start off, both 2002 Opel Zafira and 2002 Opel Signum were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Signum (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2002 Opel Zafira. (102 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Signum weights approximately 92 kg more than 2002 Opel Zafira. 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 (165 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Opel Zafira | 2002 Opel Signum | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Zafira | Signum |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |