2003 Vauxhall Signum vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Signum would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Signum weights approximately 147 kg more than 2013 Mazda 3.
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 Vauxhall Signum (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 3. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Vauxhall Signum | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Mazda |
| Model | Signum | 3 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1303 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |
