2009 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Opel Signum
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Signum would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2002 Opel Signum. (100 HP @ 3120 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Signum weights approximately 466 kg more than 2009 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, 2002 Opel Signum (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic. 2009 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2002 Opel Signum has manual transmission. 2002 Opel Signum will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2002 Opel Signum | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Signum |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3120 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |