2003 Opel Signum vs. 2012 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-Z is newer by 9 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda CR-Z (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Opel Signum. (115 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda CR-Z should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 322 kg more than 2012 Honda CR-Z.
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 (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda CR-Z. (173 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda CR-Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Signum | 2012 Honda CR-Z | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Signum | CR-Z |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1213 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4079 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2436 mm |
