2005 Opel Signum vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Signum would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Opel Signum. (124 HP @ 3250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 74 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.
Because 2012 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Signum. (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Signum. 2012 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Signum has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Signum will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Signum | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Signum | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |
