2010 Renault Sandero vs. 2006 Opel Signum
To start off, 2010 Renault Sandero is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Signum would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2010 Renault Sandero. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Signum weights approximately 559 kg more than 2010 Renault Sandero. 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, 2006 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Sandero. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Sandero. 2006 Opel Signum has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Sandero has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Sandero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Opel Signum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Renault Sandero | 2006 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Renault | Opel |
| Model | Sandero | Signum |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 9.4 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 | 1111 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
