2003 Opel Signum vs. 2000 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2003 Opel Signum is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Mark II (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Opel Signum. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 125 kg more than 2003 Opel Signum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Mark II 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, 2000 Toyota Mark II 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, 2000 Toyota Mark II (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Signum. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Signum | 2000 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Signum | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
