2003 Opel Signum vs. 2003 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, both 2003 Opel Signum and 2003 Suzuki Vitara 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 98 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 680 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2003 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2003 Opel Signum (371 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Signum | 2003 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Opel | Suzuki |
Model | Signum | Vitara |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 371 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2490 mm |