2004 Renault Wind vs. 2003 Vauxhall Signum
To start off, 2004 Renault Wind is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Signum would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Signum (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Renault Wind. (134 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Signum should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Wind. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Signum weights approximately 600 kg more than 2004 Renault Wind. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Renault Wind is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Renault Wind. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Signum, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Vauxhall Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Wind. (196 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Wind.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Wind | 2003 Vauxhall Signum | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | Wind | Signum |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2840 mm |
