2008 Hyundai Matrix vs. 2008 Opel Signum
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Matrix 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 1,910 cc (4 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 486 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Matrix.
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 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Matrix. (142 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Matrix.
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2008 Hyundai Matrix | 2008 Opel Signum | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | Matrix | Signum |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 149 HP |
Torque | 142 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |