1996 Nissan President 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 President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2004 Opel Signum. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan President weights approximately 330 kg more than 2004 Opel Signum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 Nissan President is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Opel Signum, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Signum. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Signum. 1996 Nissan President has automatic transmission and 2004 Opel Signum has manual transmission. 2004 Opel Signum will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Nissan President will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Nissan President 2004 Opel Signum
Make Nissan Opel
Model President Signum
Year Released 1996 2004
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4494 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 267 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 394 Nm 265 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1890 kg 1560 kg
Vehicle Length 5230 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2840 mm


 

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