2005 Opel Signum vs. 2002 Opel Agila
To start off, 2005 Opel Signum is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Agila would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2002 Opel Agila. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Signum weights approximately 545 kg more than 2002 Opel Agila. 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 Opel Signum (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Agila. (89 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Signum | 2002 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Signum | Agila |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 44 L |
