2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2006 Opel Signum
To start off, both 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2006 Opel Signum. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 595 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Signum. (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Signum. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Signum has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Signum will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2006 Opel Signum | |
Make | Jeep | Opel |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Signum |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |