2004 Opel Signum vs. 2006 Renault Clio

To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 2 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 1,995 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 2006 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 530 kg more than 2006 Renault Clio. 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 2006 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Opel Signum 2006 Renault Clio
Make Opel Renault
Model Signum Clio
Year Released 2004 2006
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 1390 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 6000 RPM
Torque 265 Nm 127 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 220 km/hour 180 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 1030 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 3780 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 50 L


 

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