2004 Opel Signum vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2004 Opel Signum is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Megane would be higher. 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 76 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 480 kg more than 2002 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, 2004 Opel Signum (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Signum | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Signum | Megane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
