2011 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2005 Opel Signum
To start off, 2011 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Signum would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2005 Opel Signum. (124 HP @ 3250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 386 kg more than 2005 Opel Signum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota 4Runner 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 2011 Toyota 4Runner. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2011 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Signum. (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota 4Runner | 2005 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | 4Runner | Signum |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1996 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4823 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1925 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1816 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 60 L |
