2003 Opel Signum vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, both 2003 Opel Signum and 2003 Toyota Avensis were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Signum (207 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 268 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis. 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 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis. 2003 Opel Signum has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Opel Signum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Opel Signum | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Signum | Avensis |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3173 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |