2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1998 Opel Signum
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Signum would be higher. At 7,274 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1998 Opel Signum. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1704 kg more than 1998 Opel Signum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Signum. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Signum. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1998 Opel Signum has manual transmission. 1998 Opel Signum will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 1998 Opel Signum | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Excursion | Signum |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7274 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 677 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3270 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2840 mm |