2003 Toyota Avalon vs. 2003 Vauxhall Signum

To start off, both 2003 Toyota Avalon and 2003 Vauxhall Signum were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 231 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. 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 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Signum.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Toyota Avalon 2003 Vauxhall Signum
Make Toyota Vauxhall
Model Avalon Signum
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2981 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 153 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1681 kg 1450 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2840 mm


 

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