2001 Opel Signum vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Renault Laguna is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Signum would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Opel Signum. (144 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Signum weights approximately 3 kg more than 2006 Renault Laguna.
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 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Signum. (220 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Signum | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Signum | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
