2004 Opel Signum vs. 2010 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2010 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Signum would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Brilliance BS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Brilliance BS6. (152 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2010 Brilliance BS6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 115 kg more than 2010 Brilliance BS6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Brilliance BS6. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Brilliance BS6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Signum | 2010 Brilliance BS6 | |
| Make | Opel | Brilliance |
| Model | Signum | BS6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2800 mm |
