2011 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Opel Signum
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Signum would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Opel Signum. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Signum weights approximately 357 kg more 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, 2006 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic. 2006 Opel Signum has automatic transmission and 2011 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2011 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Opel Signum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Honda Civic | 2006 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Signum |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4458 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1397 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
