2010 SsangYong Stavic vs. 2002 Opel Signum
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 8 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 11 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Stavic. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Stavic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 253 kg more than 2002 Opel Signum.
Because 2010 SsangYong Stavic is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 SsangYong Stavic. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Opel Signum, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Stavic. (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Stavic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 SsangYong Stavic | 2002 Opel Signum | |
| Make | SsangYong | Opel |
| Model | Stavic | Signum |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 2957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.3 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1923 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
