2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1998 Opel Signum
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1998 Opel Signum. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Signum.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger 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 Ford Ranger 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 Ford Ranger (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Signum. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1998 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Ranger | Signum |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 60 L |
