2001 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2001 Jeep Cherokee. (121 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2001 Jeep Cherokee.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Jeep Cherokee | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Jeep | Opel |
Model | Cherokee | Insignia |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2464 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2737 mm |