2009 Ford Ranger vs. 2003 Vauxhall Signum
To start off, 2009 Ford Ranger is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Signum would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Signum (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Signum should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Signum weights approximately 484 kg more than 2009 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Ranger 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 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall 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, 2003 Vauxhall Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ranger | 2003 Vauxhall Signum | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Ranger | Signum |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2840 mm |
