2004 Opel Signum vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, both 2004 Opel Signum and 2004 Nissan X-Trail were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,487 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Opel Signum. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 110 kg more than 2004 Nissan X-Trail.
Because 2004 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2004 Opel Signum (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Signum | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Signum | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1450 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
