2009 Dodge Avenger vs. 2002 Opel Signum
To start off, 2009 Dodge Avenger is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Signum would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Signum (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Avenger. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Avenger.
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, 2002 Opel Signum (377 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Avenger. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Avenger | 2002 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Avenger | Signum |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |
