2004 Opel Signum vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Opel Signum is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Opel Signum. (99 HP @ 3120 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 290 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna.
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 (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Signum | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Signum | Laguna |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3120 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |