2003 Opel Signum vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Signum (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 185 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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 (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Signum | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Signum | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
