2005 Opel Signum vs. 2005 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, both 2005 Opel Signum and 2005 Renault Grand Scenic were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Grand Scenic (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Opel Signum. (99 HP @ 3120 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Grand Scenic should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Renault Grand Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Signum. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Signum | 2005 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Signum | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3120 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
