2003 GAZ 3111 vs. 2003 Opel Signum
To start off, both 2003 GAZ 3111 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2003 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 75 kg more than 2003 GAZ 3111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 GAZ 3111 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 GAZ 3111. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
2003 GAZ 3111 | 2003 Opel Signum | |
Make | GAZ | Opel |
Model | 3111 | Signum |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2285 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2840 mm |