2008 Opel Signum vs. 2009 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2009 Toyota Avensis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Signum would be higher. Both 2008 Opel Signum and 2009 Toyota Avensis are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Avensis. (145 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Signum weights approximately 228 kg more than 2009 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2008 Opel Signum (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Avensis. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Avensis.
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2008 Opel Signum | 2009 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Signum | Avensis |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |