1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2003 Opel Signum
To start off, 2003 Opel Signum is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2003 Opel Signum. (115 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 67 kg more than 2003 Opel Signum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Signum. (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Park Avenue | 2003 Opel Signum | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Park Avenue | Signum |
Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2840 mm |