2011 Toyota Matrix vs. 2000 Opel Signum
To start off, 2011 Toyota Matrix is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Signum would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Matrix (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Opel Signum. (123 HP @ 3250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Signum.
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, 2000 Opel Signum (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Matrix. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Matrix | 2000 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Matrix | Signum |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4366 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1549 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
