2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2003 Opel Signum
To start off, both 2003 Fiat Punto 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 810 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. 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, 2003 Opel Signum (371 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto. 2003 Opel Signum has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Opel Signum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Fiat Punto | 2003 Opel Signum | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Punto | Signum |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1240 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |