2005 Opel Signum vs. 2013 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2013 Nissan Juke is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Signum would be higher. At 3,174 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Signum (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Juke. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Juke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Signum weights approximately 169 kg more than 2013 Nissan Juke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Juke 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 Opel Signum (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Signum | 2013 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Signum | Juke |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3174 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1441 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
