1999 Honda Odyssey vs. 2003 Vauxhall Signum
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Signum is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 561 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey will offer significantly more control. 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 Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Signum.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Odyssey | 2003 Vauxhall Signum | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | Odyssey | Signum |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2840 mm |