1999 Nissan Rasheen vs. 2005 Opel Signum
To start off, 2005 Opel Signum is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Opel Signum. (99 HP @ 3120 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Signum weights approximately 435 kg more than 1999 Nissan Rasheen.
Because 1999 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Rasheen 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, 2005 Opel Signum (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Nissan Rasheen | 2005 Opel Signum | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Rasheen | Signum |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3120 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2740 mm |