2004 Opel Signum vs. 2004 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, both 2004 Opel Signum and 2004 Renault Grand Espace were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Opel Signum. (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 270 kg more than 2004 Opel Signum. 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 Renault Grand Espace (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Signum. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Signum | 2004 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Signum | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |