2005 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2005 Opel Signum
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Trajet and 2005 Opel Signum were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Trajet (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Opel Signum. (99 HP @ 3120 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 286 kg more than 2005 Opel Signum. 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, 2005 Hyundai Trajet (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Signum. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Trajet | 2005 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Trajet | Signum |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3120 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
