2005 Nissan Terrano vs. 2005 Vauxhall Signum

To start off, both 2005 Nissan Terrano and 2005 Vauxhall Signum were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Signum. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 435 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Signum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Vauxhall Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Signum. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Signum.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Nissan Terrano 2005 Vauxhall Signum
Make Nissan Vauxhall
Model Terrano Signum
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2988 cc 1795 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 155 HP 120 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 328 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1830 kg 1395 kg
Vehicle Length 4250 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2840 mm


 

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