2004 Opel Signum vs. 2003 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, 2004 Opel Signum is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daewoo Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daewoo Nubira would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Signum (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Nubira. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 430 kg more than 2003 Daewoo Nubira. 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 (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Nubira. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Nubira. 2003 Daewoo Nubira has automatic transmission and 2004 Opel Signum has manual transmission. 2004 Opel Signum will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Daewoo Nubira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Opel Signum | 2003 Daewoo Nubira | |
Make | Opel | Daewoo |
Model | Signum | Nubira |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |