2002 Opel Signum vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Signum would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Signum (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1038 kg more than 2002 Opel Signum.
Because 2011 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Signum. (377 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Signum. 2011 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 2002 Opel Signum has manual transmission. 2002 Opel Signum will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Signum | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Opel | Land Rover |
| Model | Signum | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |
