2004 Opel Signum vs. 1998 Toyota Sienna
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 Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Sienna (189 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Opel Signum. (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 325 kg more than 2004 Opel 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, 1998 Toyota Sienna (279 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Signum. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Signum | 1998 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Signum | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2910 mm |
