2007 Opel Signum vs. 2000 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Opel Signum is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Signum (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2000 Renault Megane. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Signum weights approximately 325 kg more than 2000 Renault Megane. 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, 2007 Opel Signum (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Signum | 2000 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Signum | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
