2003 Opel Signum vs. 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Signum would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1275 kg more than 2003 Opel Signum.
Because 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Signum. (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Signum | 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Signum | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3400 mm |
