2001 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2012 Opel Insignia. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Opel Insignia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban (442 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Insignia. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Suburban | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2737 mm |
