2005 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2005 Opel Signum

To start off, both 2005 Beijing BJ 2021 and 2005 Opel Signum were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Beijing BJ 2021. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2005 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Signum weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Beijing BJ 2021. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Beijing BJ 2021 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, 2005 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Beijing BJ 2021. 2005 Opel Signum has automatic transmission and 2005 Beijing BJ 2021 has manual transmission. 2005 Beijing BJ 2021 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Opel Signum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Beijing BJ 2021 2005 Opel Signum
Make Beijing Opel
Model BJ 2021 Signum
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Size 2466 cc 2958 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 111 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 1900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1510 kg 1670 kg
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1770 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2620 mm


 

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