1999 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Opel Signum
To start off, 2003 Opel Signum is newer by 4 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 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Signum (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 420 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic. 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 Opel Signum (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Signum |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2840 mm |
