2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1998 Opel Signum
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Signum would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1998 Opel Signum. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1998 Opel Signum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade 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 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Signum. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1998 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | Escalade | Signum |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
