2007 Opel Signum vs. 2000 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2007 Opel Signum is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Signum (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Previa. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Signum weights approximately 85 kg more than 2000 Toyota Previa. 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 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Signum | 2000 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Signum | Previa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3173 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2900 mm |
