2010 Ford Expedition vs. 2001 Opel Signum
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 9 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2001 Opel Signum. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 985 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 2010 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Signum. (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ford Expedition | 2001 Opel Signum | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Expedition | Signum |
Year Released | 2010 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 494 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5621 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2002 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1974 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3327 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 60 L |