1997 Nissan Trailrunner vs. 2003 Opel Signum
To start off, 2003 Opel Signum is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Trailrunner would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Opel Signum. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 415 kg more than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner.
Because 1997 Nissan Trailrunner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner 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, 2003 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. (200 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Trailrunner | 2003 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Trailrunner | Signum |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
