2006 Opel Signum vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, both 2006 Opel Signum and 2006 SsangYong Rexton were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 290 kg more than 2006 Opel Signum.
Because 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Signum. (266 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Signum | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Opel | SsangYong |
Model | Signum | Rexton |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |