2004 Hummer H2 vs. 2004 Opel Signum
To start off, both 2004 Hummer H2 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hummer H2 (322 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2004 Opel Signum. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1345 kg more than 2004 Opel Signum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hummer H2 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 Hummer H2 (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Signum. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Signum. 2004 Hummer H2 has automatic transmission and 2004 Opel Signum has manual transmission. 2004 Opel Signum will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Hummer H2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hummer H2 | 2004 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Hummer | Opel |
| Model | H2 | Signum |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2905 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 60 L |
