2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2003 Opel Signum
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 1 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 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2003 Opel Signum. (144 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1596 kg more than 2003 Opel Signum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion 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 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Signum. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 2003 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Excursion | Signum |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5949 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3282 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 58 L |
