2008 Nissan Murano vs. 2008 Opel Signum
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Murano and 2008 Opel Signum were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Opel Signum. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Murano weights approximately 260 kg more than 2008 Opel Signum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano 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, 2008 Nissan Murano (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Signum. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Murano | 2008 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Murano | Signum |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |
