2004 Honda FR-V vs. 2003 Opel Signum
To start off, 2004 Honda FR-V is newer by 1 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Honda FR-V. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda FR-V weights approximately 200 kg more than 2003 Opel Signum.
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 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Signum. (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda FR-V | 2003 Opel Signum | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | FR-V | Signum |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 58 L |