1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1998 Opel Signum
To start off, 1998 Opel Signum is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1998 Opel Signum. (99 HP @ 3120 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 409 kg more than 1998 Opel Signum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Signum. (185 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1998 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Explorer | Signum |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3120 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2840 mm |
