2004 Opel Signum vs. 2012 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 8 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Signum (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai ix20. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai ix20.
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, 2012 Hyundai ix20 (260 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Signum. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai ix20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Signum | 2012 Hyundai ix20 | |
Make | Opel | Hyundai |
Model | Signum | ix20 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2615 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.1 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |