2004 Opel Signum vs. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 2004 Opel Signum and 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2004 Opel Signum. (99 HP @ 3120 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 121 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Signum. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Signum. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Signum | 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Opel | Jeep |
| Model | Signum | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3120 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
