2004 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2002 Opel Signum
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 2 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (174 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2002 Opel Signum. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 97 kg more than 2002 Opel Signum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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, 2004 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, 2002 Opel Signum (250 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm). This means 2002 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Freelander | 2002 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | Freelander | Signum |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
