2004 Opel Signum vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Signum would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Opel Signum. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 13 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Signum. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Signum | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Signum | Accord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
