2004 Opel Signum vs. 2005 Toyota Stallion
To start off, 2005 Toyota Stallion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Signum would be higher. At 1,998 cc, 2005 Toyota Stallion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Stallion. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Stallion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 224 kg more than 2005 Toyota Stallion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Stallion 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 2005 Toyota Stallion. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Opel Signum (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Stallion. (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Stallion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Signum | 2005 Toyota Stallion | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Signum | Stallion |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1336 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
