2000 Honda Avancier vs. 2004 Opel Signum
To start off, 2004 Opel Signum is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Avancier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Avancier would be higher. At 2,252 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 40 kg more than 2000 Honda Avancier. 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, 2004 Opel Signum (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Avancier. (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Avancier. 2000 Honda Avancier has automatic transmission and 2004 Opel Signum has manual transmission. 2004 Opel Signum will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Avancier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Avancier | 2004 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Avancier | Signum |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2252 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
