2004 Opel Signum vs. 2004 Renault Scenic II
To start off, both 2004 Opel Signum and 2004 Renault Scenic II were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Scenic II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Renault Scenic II. (162 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Scenic II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 135 kg more than 2004 Renault Scenic II. 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 Scenic II (271 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Signum. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Scenic II 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 Scenic II | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Signum | Scenic II |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
