2005 Honda Z vs. 2004 Vauxhall Signum
To start off, 2005 Honda Z is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Signum would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Signum (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Signum should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Signum weights approximately 438 kg more than 2005 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Vauxhall Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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 Vauxhall Signum (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Z | 2004 Vauxhall Signum | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Z | Signum |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2840 mm |
