2004 GMC Savana vs. 2003 Opel Signum
To start off, 2004 GMC Savana 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Savana (295 HP) has 143 more horse power than 2003 Opel Signum. (152 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Savana weights approximately 788 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Savana (448 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Signum. (220 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Savana | 2003 Opel Signum | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Savana | Signum |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 152 HP |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2353 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
