2003 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2003 Opel Signum

To start off, both 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 and 2003 Opel Signum were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Signum (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2003 Beijing BJ 2021. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2003 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 100 kg more than 2003 Beijing BJ 2021. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 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, 2003 Opel Signum (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Beijing BJ 2021.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Beijing BJ 2021 2003 Opel Signum
Make Beijing Opel
Model BJ 2021 Signum
Year Released 2003 2003
Engine Size 2464 cc 3173 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 111 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1510 kg 1610 kg
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1770 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2740 mm


 

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