2001 Opel Signum vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Signum would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2001 Opel Signum. (125 HP @ 3250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Signum weights approximately 36 kg more than 2010 Nissan Altima.
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, 2001 Opel Signum (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (219 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Signum | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Signum | Altima |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
