2007 GMC Savana vs. 2003 Vauxhall Signum
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Signum would be higher. At 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 1244 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 GMC Savana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana 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 GMC Savana (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Signum.
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2007 GMC Savana | 2003 Vauxhall Signum | |
Make | GMC | Vauxhall |
Model | Savana | Signum |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5358 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2840 mm |