2006 Opel Signum vs. 1996 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2006 Opel Signum is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Signum (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 29 kg more than 2006 Opel Signum.
Because 1996 Opel Frontera 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, 1996 Opel Frontera 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 Opel Signum (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Signum | 1996 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Signum | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
