2003 Opel Signum vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Signum would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2003 Opel Signum. (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 234 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Signum. (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Signum | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Signum | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 129 L |
