1999 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Opel Signum

To start off, both 1999 Honda Accord and 1999 Opel Signum were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1999 Opel Signum. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Signum weights approximately 125 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord.

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, 1999 Honda Accord (264 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Signum. (221 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Signum.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Honda Accord 1999 Opel Signum
Make Honda Opel
Model Accord Signum
Year Released 1999 1999
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2995 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 153 HP
Torque 264 Nm 221 Nm
Engine Bore Size 86.1 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.1 mm 94.6 mm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1410 kg 1535 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2640 mm


 

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