2003 Opel Signum vs. 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, both 2003 Opel Signum and 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+ were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Signum (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 560 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+. 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 (166 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+. (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+. 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+ has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Signum has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Signum will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Signum | 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Signum | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 41 L |
