2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2007 Opel Signum
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Signum would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 505 kg more than 2007 Opel Signum.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 2007 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | Discovery | Signum |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 60 L |
