2006 Ford GT vs. 2006 Opel Signum
To start off, both 2006 Ford GT 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (550 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 2006 Opel Signum. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Signum weights approximately 31 kg more than 2006 Ford GT.
Because 2006 Ford GT 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 2006 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Signum. (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford GT | 2006 Opel Signum | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | GT | Signum |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 550 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |