1999 Opel Signum vs. 2010 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2010 Jeep Compass is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Signum would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Signum (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Signum weights approximately 216 kg more than 2010 Jeep Compass. 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, 1999 Opel Signum (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Compass. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Signum | 2010 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Opel | Jeep |
| Model | Signum | Compass |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 51 L |
