2007 Opel Signum vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Opel Signum is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Signum (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Signum weights approximately 320 kg more than 1998 Toyota Carina. 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, 2007 Opel Signum (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Signum | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Signum | Carina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
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 | 1480 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |