2010 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2001 Opel Signum
To start off, 2010 Ford Transit Connect 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 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Signum (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Signum weights approximately 36 kg more than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. 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, 2001 Opel Signum (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Transit Connect | 2001 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Transit Connect | Signum |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3173 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4587 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2014 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2911 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 52 L |
