2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2001 Opel Signum
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Signum would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2001 Opel Signum. (125 HP @ 3250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1003 kg more than 2001 Opel Signum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia 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, 2009 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Signum. (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 2001 Opel Signum | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Acadia | Signum |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
