2006 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Opel Signum
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Signum would be higher. At 2,202 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Signum (144 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 24 kg more than 2001 Opel Signum.
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 Honda Civic (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Signum. (220 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2001 Opel Signum | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Signum |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2202 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |