2003 BMW 320 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Signum
To start off, both 2003 BMW 320 and 2003 Vauxhall Signum were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 320 (142 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. (116 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Signum weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 BMW 320.
Because 2003 BMW 320 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 2003 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall 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, 2003 Vauxhall Signum (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 320 | 2003 Vauxhall Signum | |
Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
Model | 320 | Signum |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |