2004 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2001 Opel Signum
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Signum would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2001 Opel Signum. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 703 kg more than 2001 Opel Signum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Signum. (300 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Sequoia | 2001 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Sequoia | Signum |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 3173 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 99 L | 52 L |
