2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2001 Opel Signum
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2001 Opel Signum. (144 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1004 kg more than 2001 Opel Signum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Signum. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2001 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Express | Signum |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
