1999 Subaru Forester vs. 2006 Opel Signum
To start off, 2006 Opel Signum is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Signum weights approximately 285 kg more than 1999 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Forester. 2006 Opel Signum has automatic transmission and 1999 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 1999 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Opel Signum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Subaru Forester | 2006 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Subaru | Opel |
| Model | Forester | Signum |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2840 mm |
