1995 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Vauxhall Signum
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Signum is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. Both 1995 Honda Accord and 2003 Vauxhall Signum are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Signum (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Signum should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Signum weights approximately 107 kg more than 1995 Honda Accord. 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, 2003 Vauxhall Signum (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Accord | 2003 Vauxhall Signum | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | Accord | Signum |
Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |