2006 Acura MDX vs. 2003 Opel Signum
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 3 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2003 Opel Signum. (115 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 40 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.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX 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, 2006 Acura MDX (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Signum. (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 2003 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Acura | Opel |
| Model | MDX | Signum |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
