2003 Opel Signum vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2003 Opel Signum is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Megane 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) has 70 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 436 kg more than 2002 Renault Megane. 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (99 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Signum | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Signum | Megane |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
