2004 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2004 Opel Signum
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Aveo and 2004 Opel Signum were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Signum (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 407 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. 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, 2004 Opel Signum (167 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Aveo | 2004 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Aveo | Signum |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
