2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Opel Signum
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Silverado and 2007 Opel Signum were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2007 Opel Signum. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Signum.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Signum. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Signum. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Signum has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Signum will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Silverado | Signum |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5860 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
