2003 Opel Signum vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avensis is newer by 3 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Signum (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 86 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Toyota Avensis (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Signum. (240 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Signum | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Signum | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
