2004 Ford E-350 vs. 2005 Opel Signum
To start off, 2005 Opel Signum is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Opel Signum. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 752 kg more than 2005 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 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Signum. (370 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-350 | 2005 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | E-350 | Signum |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2422 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |
