2002 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Opel Signum
To start off, both 2002 Honda Civic and 2002 Opel Signum were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2002 Opel Signum. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Signum weights approximately 218 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Honda Civic (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Signum. (165 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Civic | 2002 Opel Signum | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Signum |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1264 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |