2003 Mazda 3 vs. 2003 Opel Signum
To start off, both 2003 Mazda 3 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 3 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Opel Signum. (99 HP @ 3120 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 480 kg more than 2003 Mazda 3.
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 (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 3. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda 3 | 2003 Opel Signum | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | 3 | Signum |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3120 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.3 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |