2007 Nissan Sentra vs. 2003 Vauxhall Signum
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Signum would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Signum (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Signum should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
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, 2003 Vauxhall Signum (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Sentra | 2003 Vauxhall Signum | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | Sentra | Signum |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2840 mm |
