2004 Opel Signum vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Signum would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Opel Signum. (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 65 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Signum. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Signum | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Signum | Laguna |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 191 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 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |