1999 Honda Odyssey 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 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2008 Opel Insignia. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Insignia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Insignia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Odyssey | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Odyssey | Insignia |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2737 mm |