2011 Dodge Nitro vs. 2007 Opel Signum
To start off, 2011 Dodge Nitro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Signum would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Opel Signum. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 133 kg more than 2007 Opel Signum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dodge Nitro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Dodge Nitro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Signum, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Nitro. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Dodge Nitro | 2007 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Nitro | Signum |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1803 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4544 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1791 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2764 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
