2003 Opel Signum vs. 2012 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avalon 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2003 Opel Signum. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 55 kg more than 2012 Toyota Avalon.
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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Signum | 2012 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Signum | Avalon |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5019 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2819 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |