2005 Ford F-350 vs. 2005 Opel Signum
To start off, both 2005 Ford F-350 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2005 Opel Signum. (99 HP @ 3120 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Signum weights approximately 387 kg more than 2005 Ford F-350.
Because 2005 Ford F-350 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 Ford F-350 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 Ford F-350 (621 Nm) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Signum. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-350 | 2005 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | F-350 | Signum |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3120 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6240 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 60 L |
