2005 Opel Signum vs. 2006 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Signum would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Stavic (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Opel Signum. (124 HP @ 3250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Signum.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 SsangYong Stavic (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Signum. (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Signum. 2006 SsangYong Stavic has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Signum has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Signum will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Signum | 2006 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Signum | Stavic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
