2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2009 Opel Insignia. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Insignia.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Opel Insignia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (502 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Insignia. (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Suburban | Insignia |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 502 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2737 mm |