2012 Renault Duster vs. 2001 Opel Signum
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Signum would be higher. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Signum (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2012 Renault Duster. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Signum weights approximately 410 kg more than 2012 Renault Duster. 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, 2001 Opel Signum (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Duster. 2001 Opel Signum has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Duster has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Duster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Opel Signum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Renault Duster | 2001 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Renault | Opel |
| Model | Duster | Signum |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 3173 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4315 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1822 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2673 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
