2002 Renault Avantime vs. 2007 Opel Signum
To start off, 2007 Opel Signum is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Avantime. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Avantime would be higher. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Signum (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2002 Renault Avantime. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 143 kg more than 2007 Opel Signum.
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, 2002 Renault Avantime (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Signum. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Signum. 2007 Opel Signum has automatic transmission and 2002 Renault Avantime has manual transmission. 2002 Renault Avantime will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Opel Signum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Renault Avantime | 2007 Opel Signum | |
Make | Renault | Opel |
Model | Avantime | Signum |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2186 cc | 3173 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1753 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |