2011 Ford Escape vs. 2006 Opel Signum
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 5 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Signum weights approximately 204 kg more than 2011 Ford Escape. 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, 2006 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Escape. 2006 Opel Signum has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Opel Signum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Escape | 2006 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escape | Signum |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4437 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1806 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
