2005 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2005 Opel Signum
To start off, both 2005 Nissan X-Trail and 2005 Opel Signum were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Opel Signum.
Because 2005 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Signum. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan X-Trail | 2005 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | X-Trail | Signum |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1560 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
