2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 2004 Opel Signum

To start off, both 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 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. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 2004 Opel Signum. (125 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 282 kg more than 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1.

Because 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Opel Signum, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Signum. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Signum.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 2004 Opel Signum
Make Nissan Opel
Model R 390 GT1 Signum
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 543 HP 125 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 637 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1098 kg 1380 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1150 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2700 mm


 

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