2001 Opel Signum vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 9 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 3,190 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2001 Opel Signum. (144 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1088 kg more than 2001 Opel Signum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Signum. (220 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Signum. 2010 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 2001 Opel Signum has manual transmission. 2001 Opel Signum will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Signum | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Opel | Land Rover |
| Model | Signum | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 2486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
