2004 Opel Signum vs. 2001 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Opel Signum is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Signum (99 HP @ 3120 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 295 kg more than 2001 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Renault Kangoo 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, 2004 Opel Signum (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Signum | 2001 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Signum | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| 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 | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3120 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 148 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 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
