1999 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Opel Signum
To start off, 2000 Opel Signum is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (167 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2000 Opel Signum. (123 HP @ 3250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Signum weights approximately 340 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic.
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, 2000 Opel Signum (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (166 Nm @ 6300 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 2000 Opel Signum | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Signum |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |