2008 Opel Signum vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Opel Signum is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Signum (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Signum weights approximately 433 kg more than 2005 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, 2008 Opel Signum (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Signum | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Signum | Megane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
