2005 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Opel Signum
To start off, 2006 Opel Signum is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Opel Signum. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Signum weights approximately 109 kg more than 2005 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, 2006 Opel Signum (301 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (287 Nm). This means 2006 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 2006 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Signum |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
