2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2004 Opel Signum
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Signum would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2004 Opel Signum. (125 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1279 kg more than 2004 Opel Signum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Signum. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 2004 Opel Signum | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Envoy | Signum |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| 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 | 292 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 170 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 | 2659 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 58 L |
