2003 Opel Signum vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 6 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Opel Signum. (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
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 (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Signum | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Signum | Accord |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
