2003 Ford F-150 vs. 2003 Opel Signum
To start off, both 2003 Ford F-150 and 2003 Opel Signum were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Signum (207 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-150 weights approximately 462 kg more than 2003 Opel Signum.
Because 2003 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-150 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, 2003 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Signum. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Signum. 2003 Opel Signum has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 2003 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Opel Signum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Ford F-150 | 2003 Opel Signum | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | F-150 | Signum |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3173 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2840 mm |