2002 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Opel Signum
To start off, 2003 Opel Signum is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Signum (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 420 kg more than 2002 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 (240 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Civic | 2003 Opel Signum | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Signum |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |