2000 Opel Signum vs. 2003 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2003 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Signum would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Grand Espace (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Opel Signum. (123 HP @ 3250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 50 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Opel Signum (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Grand Espace. (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Signum | 2003 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Signum | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
