1999 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Insignia (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover.
Because 1999 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2008 Opel Insignia (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Land Rover Range Rover | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Land Rover | Opel |
Model | Range Rover | Insignia |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2737 mm |