2005 Opel Signum vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2005 Opel Signum is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Condor would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Signum weights approximately 165 kg more than 2003 Toyota Condor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Condor 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 2003 Toyota Condor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Signum | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Signum | Condor |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 2437 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1505 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |