1999 Acura Integra vs. 2008 Opel Insignia

To start off, 2008 Opel Insignia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Opel Insignia. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Insignia.

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, 1999 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Insignia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Insignia.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Acura Integra 2008 Opel Insignia
Make Acura Opel
Model Integra Insignia
Year Released 1999 2008
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1795 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 172 Nm 155 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1856 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1498 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2737 mm


 

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