2011 Nissan Versa vs. 2005 Opel Signum
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa is newer by 6 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Signum weights approximately 419 kg more than 2011 Nissan Versa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Versa | 2005 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Versa | Signum |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 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 | 1251 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4295 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1534 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
