2002 Opel Signum vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Signum would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Opel Signum. (100 HP @ 3120 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Signum weights approximately 327 kg more than 2012 Nissan Cube.
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, 2002 Opel Signum (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Signum | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Signum | Cube |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3120 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
