2003 Opel Signum vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2003 Opel Signum. (115 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1051 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 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Signum. (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Signum | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Signum | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3110 mm |
