2003 Opel Signum vs. 2008 Skoda Praktik
To start off, 2008 Skoda Praktik is newer by 5 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Praktik. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Praktik. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 260 kg more than 2008 Skoda Praktik. 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 (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Praktik. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Praktik.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Signum | 2008 Skoda Praktik | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Signum | Praktik |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |
