2001 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1999 Opel Signum
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Signum would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (175 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1999 Opel Signum. (123 HP @ 3250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Signum weights approximately 50 kg more than 2001 Land Rover Freelander.
Because 2001 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Freelander 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, 1999 Opel Signum (271 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Land Rover Freelander | 1999 Opel Signum | |
Make | Land Rover | Opel |
Model | Freelander | Signum |
Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2840 mm |