2006 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2006 Opel Signum
To start off, both 2006 Nissan X-Trail and 2006 Opel Signum were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Signum weights approximately 68 kg more than 2006 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan X-Trail. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan X-Trail. 2006 Opel Signum has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Opel Signum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Nissan X-Trail | 2006 Opel Signum | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | X-Trail | Signum |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |