2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2008 Opel Signum
To start off, 2008 Opel Signum is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Opel Signum. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 58 kg more than 2008 Opel Signum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Opel Signum (315 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2008 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2008 Opel Signum | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Colorado | Signum |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2769 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 315 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |