2004 Holden Rodeo vs. 2004 Opel Signum
To start off, both 2004 Holden Rodeo and 2004 Opel Signum were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Holden Rodeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Holden Rodeo. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Rodeo.
Because 2004 Holden Rodeo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Holden Rodeo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Opel Signum, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Opel Signum (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Rodeo. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Holden Rodeo | 2004 Opel Signum | |
Make | Holden | Opel |
Model | Rodeo | Signum |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2405 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 207 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2840 mm |