2003 Opel Signum vs. 2012 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 9 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 71 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 810 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2012 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2003 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Signum | 2012 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Opel | Daihatsu |
Model | Signum | Terios |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2590 mm |