2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2003 Opel Signum
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Signum would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2003 Opel Signum. (152 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 635 kg more than 2003 Opel Signum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Signum. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2003 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Suburban | Signum |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
