2007 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2004 Opel Signum

To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Signum would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 620 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. 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, 2004 Opel Signum (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (140 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Daihatsu Sirion 2004 Opel Signum
Make Daihatsu Opel
Model Sirion Signum
Year Released 2007 2004
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1298 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 101 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 265 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.7 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 940 kg 1560 kg
Vehicle Length 3610 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1670 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 60 L