2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2004 Opel Signum
To start off, 2004 Opel Signum is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2004 Opel Signum. (125 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 253 kg more than 2004 Opel Signum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Blackhawk is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Buick Blackhawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Opel Signum, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Signum. (170 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Blackhawk | 2004 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Blackhawk | Signum |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 692 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2700 mm |
