2007 Nissan Sentra vs. 2007 Opel Signum

To start off, both 2007 Nissan Sentra and 2007 Opel Signum were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Signum (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel 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, 2007 Opel Signum (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Nissan Sentra 2007 Opel Signum
Make Nissan Opel
Model Sentra Signum
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1999 cc 3173 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 140 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 199 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
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
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.5 L/100km 10.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 60 L


 

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