2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2003 Opel Signum
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Signum would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2003 Opel Signum. (144 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 720 kg more than 2003 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Signum. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Express | 2003 Opel Signum | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Express | Signum |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 58 L |