2012 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Opel Signum
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 11 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 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Signum (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2012 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Signum weights approximately 97 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord. 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, 2001 Opel Signum (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Honda Accord | 2001 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Signum |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3173 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4851 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1433 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
