2000 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2010 Opel Insignia. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Because 2000 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Opel Insignia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti QX4 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 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Insignia. (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Insignia. 2000 Infiniti QX4 has automatic transmission and 2010 Opel Insignia has manual transmission. 2010 Opel Insignia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Infiniti QX4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti QX4 | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Infiniti | Opel |
| Model | QX4 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 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 | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2737 mm |
