2008 Hyundai Atos vs. 2008 Opel Signum
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Atos and 2008 Opel Signum were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Signum weights approximately 813 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Atos.
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, 2008 Opel Signum (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Atos | 2008 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Atos | Signum |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 797 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
