1998 Ford Explorer vs. 2006 Opel Signum
To start off, 2006 Opel Signum is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Signum (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 290 kg more than 2006 Opel Signum.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Signum. (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 2006 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Explorer | Signum |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1610 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 |
