2002 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Vauxhall Signum
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Signum is newer by 2 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Signum. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Signum weights approximately 284 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, 2004 Vauxhall Signum (167 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (153 Nm). This means 2004 Vauxhall Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Civic | 2004 Vauxhall Signum | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | Civic | Signum |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1667 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 167 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |