2003 Opel Signum vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Signum would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Opel Signum. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Signum. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Signum | 2008 Honda Civic | |
Make | Opel | Honda |
Model | Signum | Civic |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 87.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |