2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 2002 Opel Signum
To start off, 2007 Cadillac DTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Signum would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2002 Opel Signum. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Signum.
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, 2007 Cadillac DTS (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Signum. (377 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac DTS | 2002 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | DTS | Signum |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 2957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |
