2007 Renault Kangoo vs. 2007 Opel Signum
To start off, both 2007 Renault Kangoo and 2007 Opel Signum were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 79 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Signum weights approximately 158 kg more than 2007 Renault Kangoo. 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo. 2007 Opel Signum has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Opel Signum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Renault Kangoo | 2007 Opel Signum | |
Make | Renault | Opel |
Model | Kangoo | Signum |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |