2012 Infiniti EX vs. 2006 Opel Signum
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 6 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), 2012 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti EX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2006 Opel Signum. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti EX weights approximately 45 kg more than 2006 Opel Signum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Infiniti EX 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 2012 Infiniti EX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti EX. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti EX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Infiniti EX | 2006 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Infiniti | Opel |
| Model | EX | Signum |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | 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 | 297 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1803 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1572 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2799 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
