2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo vs. 2004 Opel Signum
To start off, both 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo and 2004 Opel Signum were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 135 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. 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, 2004 Opel Signum (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (180 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo.
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2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | 2004 Opel Signum | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
Model | Vaneo | Signum |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1689 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |