2012 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2006 Opel Signum
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 6 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 17 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1038 kg more than 2006 Opel Signum.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Signum. (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Signum. 2006 Opel Signum has automatic transmission and 2012 Land Rover Freelander has manual transmission. 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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:
| 2012 Land Rover Freelander | 2006 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | Freelander | Signum |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
