2006 Opel Signum vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, both 2006 Opel Signum and 2006 Toyota Highlander were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2006 Opel Signum. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Signum weights approximately 260 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Highlander (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Signum. (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Signum | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Signum | Highlander |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |