2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2005 Opel Signum
To start off, both 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Opel Signum. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Signum.
Because 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Signum, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Signum. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2005 Opel Signum | |
Make | Jeep | Opel |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Signum |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1908 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |