2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2006 Opel Signum
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer and 2006 Opel Signum were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2006 Opel Signum. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Signum weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Signum. (168 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2006 Opel Signum | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | TrailBlazer | Signum |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |