1998 Nissan Presea vs. 2006 Opel Signum
To start off, 2006 Opel Signum is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Signum (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Presea. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Signum weights approximately 580 kg more than 1998 Nissan Presea. 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, 2006 Opel Signum (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Presea. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Presea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Presea | 2006 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Presea | Signum |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2840 mm |
