2010 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2006 Opel Signum
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 4 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2006 Opel Signum. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 837 kg more than 2006 Opel Signum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Cadillac Escalade 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 2010 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Signum. (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Cadillac Escalade | 2006 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | Escalade | Signum |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2507 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1928 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
