2008 Hyundai i30 vs. 2004 Opel Signum

To start off, 2008 Hyundai i30 is newer by 4 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 53 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i30. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 346 kg more than 2008 Hyundai i30. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i30.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Hyundai i30 2004 Opel Signum
Make Hyundai Opel
Model i30 Signum
Year Released 2008 2004
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1591 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 120 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 154 Nm 265 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 77.1 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.4 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1214 kg 1560 kg
Vehicle Length 4250 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.2 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 60 L


 

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