2008 Ford Edge vs. 2008 Opel Signum
To start off, both 2008 Ford Edge and 2008 Opel Signum were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2008 Opel Signum. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Signum weights approximately 428 kg more than 2008 Ford Edge.
Because 2008 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge 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 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Signum. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Edge | 2008 Opel Signum | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Edge | Signum |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |