2002 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2003 Opel Signum
To start off, 2003 Opel Signum is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2003 Opel Signum. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 280 kg more than 2003 Opel Signum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Opel Signum (371 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Nissan Pathfinder | 2003 Opel Signum | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Pathfinder | Signum |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |