2005 Opel Signum vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2005 Opel Signum and 2005 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (136 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Signum weights approximately 245 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna. 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 Opel Signum (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna. 2005 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Signum has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Signum will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Signum | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Signum | Laguna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1908 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 | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |