2002 Seat Cordoba vs. 2000 Opel Signum
To start off, 2002 Seat Cordoba is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Signum would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Cordoba (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Opel Signum. (123 HP @ 3250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Signum weights approximately 372 kg more than 2002 Seat Cordoba.
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 Seat Cordoba (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Signum. (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Signum. 2000 Opel Signum has automatic transmission and 2002 Seat Cordoba has manual transmission. 2002 Seat Cordoba will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Opel Signum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Seat Cordoba | 2000 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Seat | Opel |
| Model | Cordoba | Signum |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1238 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
