1994 Rover Range Rover vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,552 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1994 Rover Range Rover. (225 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover Range Rover.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover Range Rover. (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover Range Rover | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Rover | Opel |
| Model | Range Rover | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4552 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2737 mm |
