2004 Opel Signum vs. 1999 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2004 Opel Signum is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 60 kg more than 1999 Honda CR-V. 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, 2004 Opel Signum (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Signum | 1999 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Signum | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |
