2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2003 Opel Signum
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 6 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2003 Opel Signum. (152 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 16 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Opel Signum, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Signum. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2003 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Tahoe | Signum |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
