2004 Opel Signum vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Signum would be higher. At 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2004 Opel Signum. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 267 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.
Because 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M 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, 2013 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Signum. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Signum | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Opel | Infiniti |
| Model | Signum | M |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1827 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2900 mm |
