2001 Ford Excursion vs. 2005 Vauxhall Signum
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Signum is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Signum. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1866 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Signum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Vauxhall Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Excursion 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, 2001 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Signum. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Signum.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Excursion | 2005 Vauxhall Signum | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Excursion | Signum |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5405 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2840 mm |