2008 Daewoo Lacetti vs. 2003 Opel Signum
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Signum would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daewoo Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Signum (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 308 kg more than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. 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, 2003 Opel Signum (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daewoo Lacetti | 2003 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Daewoo | Opel |
| Model | Lacetti | Signum |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
