2001 Opel Signum vs. 2010 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2010 Nissan Versa 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Signum (125 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Signum weights approximately 359 kg more than 2010 Nissan Versa. 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, 2001 Opel Signum (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Signum | 2010 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Signum | Versa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
