2006 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2005 Opel Signum
To start off, 2006 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 1 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Bluebird (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Opel Signum. (99 HP @ 3120 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Signum.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Bluebird. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Bluebird. 2006 Nissan Bluebird has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Signum has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Signum will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Nissan Bluebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Bluebird | 2005 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Bluebird | Signum |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3120 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
