2011 Nissan Maxima vs. 2006 Opel Signum
To start off, 2011 Nissan Maxima is newer by 5 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2006 Opel Signum. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Signum weights approximately 53 kg more than 2011 Nissan Maxima.
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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Maxima. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Maxima | 2006 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Maxima | Signum |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
