2001 Opel Signum vs. 2012 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ducato is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Signum would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Ducato. (161 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Signum weights approximately 730 kg more than 2012 Fiat Ducato. 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, 2001 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Ducato. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Signum | 2012 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Opel | Fiat |
| Model | Signum | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
