2003 Opel Signum vs. 2009 Kia Venga
To start off, 2009 Kia Venga is newer by 6 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, 2003 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 152 kg more than 2009 Kia Venga. 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 (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Venga. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Signum | 2009 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Signum | Venga |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1343 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 48 L |
