2004 Opel Signum vs. 2000 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2004 Opel Signum is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Ibiza (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Opel Signum. (99 HP @ 3120 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 475 kg more than 2000 Seat Ibiza.
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 (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Signum | 2000 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Signum | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3120 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
