2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2001 Opel Signum

To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Signum would be higher. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Signum (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 552 kg more than 2001 Opel Signum.

Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Signum. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Signum.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Hyundai Terracan 2001 Opel Signum
Make Hyundai Opel
Model Terracan Signum
Year Released 2006 2001
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2902 cc 3173 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 97.1 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 98 mm 88 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 168 km/hour 237 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2162 kg 1610 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.7 L/100km 10.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 52 L


 

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