2003 Opel Signum vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2003 Opel Signum and 2003 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Signum (99 HP @ 3120 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 430 kg more than 2003 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 (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Signum | 2003 Renault Megane | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Signum | Megane |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 3120 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 13 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |