2005 Opel Signum vs. 2011 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2011 Renault Thalia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Signum would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Signum (99 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2011 Renault Thalia. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Signum weights approximately 595 kg more than 2011 Renault Thalia. 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 (230 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 2005 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Signum | 2011 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Signum | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2473 mm |
