1998 Ford Maverick vs. 2000 Opel Signum
To start off, 2000 Opel Signum is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Signum (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Maverick (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Signum. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Maverick | 2000 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Maverick | Signum |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
