2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 2001 Opel Signum
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Signum would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Signum (144 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2001 Opel Signum (220 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Accent | 2001 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Accent | Signum |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
