2004 Nissan Quest vs. 2003 Vauxhall Signum
To start off, 2004 Nissan Quest is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Signum would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. (175 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 370 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. 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, 2003 Vauxhall Signum (370 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Quest. (319 Nm). This means 2003 Vauxhall Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Quest.
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2004 Nissan Quest | 2003 Vauxhall Signum | |
Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
Model | Quest | Signum |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3294 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 370 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2840 mm |