2008 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Opel Signum
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 3 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 3,174 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Signum (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Signum weights approximately 430 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2005 Opel Signum | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Signum |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 3174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |