2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2001 Opel Signum
To start off, 2005 GMC Canyon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Signum would be higher. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Signum (208 HP) has 33 more horse power than 2005 GMC Canyon. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 187 kg more than 2001 Opel Signum.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Opel Signum (300 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (252 Nm). This means 2001 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 2001 Opel Signum | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Canyon | Signum |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3173 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 52 L |
