2010 Ford E-150 vs. 2002 Opel Signum
To start off, 2010 Ford E-150 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Signum would be higher. At 4,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford E-150 (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2002 Opel Signum. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford E-150 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2002 Opel Signum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Opel Signum (377 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford E-150. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford E-150 | 2002 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | E-150 | Signum |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4717 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1925 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1702 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2824 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |
