2004 Holden Berlina vs. 2002 Opel Signum
To start off, 2004 Holden Berlina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Signum would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Signum (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Berlina weights approximately 30 kg more than 2002 Opel Signum.
Because 2004 Holden Berlina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Opel Signum, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Signum. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Berlina | 2002 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Berlina | Signum |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2840 mm |
