2009 Nissan Murano vs. 2006 Opel Signum

To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 3 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Opel Signum. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Signum weights approximately 228 kg more than 2009 Nissan Murano.

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, 2006 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Murano. (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Murano.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Nissan Murano 2006 Opel Signum
Make Nissan Opel
Model Murano Signum
Year Released 2009 2006
Body Type Crossover Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3498 cc 2958 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 265 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 336 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 95.5 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.6 mm 82 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 18.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1442 kg 1670 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 60 L


 

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