2003 Opel Signum vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander 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 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 Opel Signum. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 115 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 Highlander 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, 2005 Toyota Highlander 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, 2003 Opel Signum (370 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (343 Nm). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Signum | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Signum | Highlander |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 3309 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 343 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 73 L |