2003 Nissan Pickup vs. 2007 Opel Signum
To start off, 2007 Opel Signum is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pickup. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 95 kg more than 2007 Opel Signum.
Because 2003 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pickup 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, 2007 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Pickup. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Pickup. 2007 Opel Signum has automatic transmission and 2003 Nissan Pickup has manual transmission. 2003 Nissan Pickup will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Opel Signum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pickup | 2007 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Pickup | Signum |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2840 mm |
