2003 Opel Signum vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 4 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (221 HP) has 48 more horse power than 2003 Opel Signum. (173 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 210 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
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 (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Signum | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Signum | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 221 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
