2009 Opel Astra vs. 2003 Vauxhall Signum
To start off, 2009 Opel Astra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Signum would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Astra (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Signum weights approximately 117 kg more than 2009 Opel Astra.
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, 2009 Opel Astra (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Signum.
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2009 Opel Astra | 2003 Vauxhall Signum | |
Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
Model | Astra | Signum |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |