2003 Opel Signum vs. 1994 Renault Express
To start off, 2003 Opel Signum is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Express would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Signum (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1994 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 866 kg more than 1994 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Opel Signum (240 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Signum | 1994 Renault Express | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Signum | Express |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2590 mm |
