2005 Opel Signum vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Signum would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2011 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, 2005 Opel Signum (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Signum | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | Opel | Honda |
Model | Signum | Civic |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |