2004 Opel Signum vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 9 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Opel Signum. (99 HP @ 3120 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 393 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic.
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 (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Signum | 2013 Honda Civic | |
Make | Opel | Honda |
Model | Signum | Civic |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3120 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1202 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4556 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |