2006 Opel Signum vs. 2013 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2013 Nissan Juke is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Signum would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Juke (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Opel Signum. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Signum weights approximately 50 kg more than 2013 Nissan Juke.
Because 2013 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 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, 2013 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Signum. (168 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Signum | 2013 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Signum | Juke |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 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 | 1480 kg | 1430 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 |
