2003 Opel Signum vs. 2005 Toyota Celsior
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celsior is newer by 2 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Celsior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celsior (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2003 Opel Signum. (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celsior should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Celsior weights approximately 144 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 2005 Toyota Celsior is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Toyota Celsior. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Opel Signum, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Toyota Celsior (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Signum. (240 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Celsior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Signum | 2005 Toyota Celsior | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Signum | Celsior |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 417 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |
