2002 Opel Signum vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Signum would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Signum (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Signum weights approximately 235 kg more than 2013 Honda Insight. 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, 2002 Opel Signum (250 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Signum | 2013 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Signum | Insight |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.8 : 1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4377 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
