1996 Nissan Patrol vs. 2004 Opel Signum
To start off, 2004 Opel Signum is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,825 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 322 kg more than 2004 Opel Signum.
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, 2004 Opel Signum (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Patrol | 2004 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Patrol | Signum |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2825 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1882 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
