2004 Opel Signum vs. 1998 Toyota Previa

To start off, 2004 Opel Signum is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Previa weights approximately 55 kg more than 2004 Opel Signum.

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 (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Previa.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Opel Signum 1998 Toyota Previa
Make Opel Toyota
Model Signum Previa
Year Released 2004 1998
Body Type Hatchback Minivan
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1995 cc 2437 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 173 HP 132 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 265 Nm 206 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 95 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1560 kg 1615 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 8.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 75 L


 

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