2002 Toyota FXS vs. 2001 Opel Signum
To start off, 2002 Toyota FXS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Signum would be higher. At 4,290 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota FXS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Signum (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Toyota FXS. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota FXS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Signum weights approximately 310 kg more than 2002 Toyota FXS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota FXS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Toyota FXS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Opel Signum, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Opel Signum (300 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota FXS. (270 Nm). This means 2001 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota FXS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota FXS | 2001 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | FXS | Signum |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4290 cc | 3173 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |
