2004 Nissan Quest vs. 2004 Opel Signum

To start off, both 2004 Nissan Quest and 2004 Opel Signum were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Opel Signum. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 235 kg more than 2004 Opel 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, 2004 Nissan Quest (325 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Signum. (265 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Signum.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Nissan Quest 2004 Opel Signum
Make Nissan Opel
Model Quest Signum
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Minivan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3495 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 240 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 265 Nm
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 86 mm
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1795 kg 1560 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
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 60 L


 

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