2008 Saturn Vue vs. 2006 Opel Signum
To start off, 2008 Saturn Vue is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Signum would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Vue. (169 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Vue weights approximately 65 kg more than 2006 Opel Signum.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Vue. (219 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Saturn Vue | 2006 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Saturn | Opel |
| Model | Vue | Signum |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
