2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2002 Opel Signum
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Signum would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2002 Opel Signum. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1030 kg more than 2002 Opel Signum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Signum. (300 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2002 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | Escalade | Signum |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 61 L |
