2009 Nissan Livina vs. 2005 Opel Signum
To start off, 2009 Nissan Livina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Signum would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Livina weights approximately 845 kg more than 2005 Opel Signum.
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, 2005 Opel Signum (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Livina. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Livina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Livina | 2005 Opel Signum | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Livina | Signum |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1908 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |