2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2003 Opel Signum
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Signum would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP) has 260 more horse power than 2003 Opel Signum. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 15 kg more than 2003 Opel Signum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (550 Nm) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Signum. (167 Nm). This means 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Signum.
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2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2003 Opel Signum | |
Make | Land Rover | Opel |
Model | Range Rover Sport | Signum |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4197 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 125 HP |
Torque | 550 Nm | 167 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 58 L |