2010 Honda Pilot vs. 2001 Opel Signum
To start off, 2010 Honda Pilot 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2001 Opel Signum. (125 HP @ 3250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Pilot weights approximately 349 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.
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, 2010 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Signum. (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Honda Pilot | 2001 Opel Signum | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Pilot | Signum |
Year Released | 2010 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1959 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4849 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1994 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1803 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2774 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |