2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2006 Opel Signum
To start off, both 2006 GMC Envoy 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2006 Opel Signum. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 900 kg more than 2006 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 2006 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 (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Signum. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Envoy | 2006 Opel Signum | |
Make | GMC | Opel |
Model | Envoy | Signum |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |