2002 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Opel Signum
To start off, 2005 Opel Signum is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Opel Signum. (99 HP @ 3120 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Signum weights approximately 115 kg more than 2002 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, 2005 Opel Signum (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Signum has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Signum will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2005 Opel Signum | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Signum |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3120 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |