2002 Acura TL vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura TL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2012 Opel Insignia. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2002 Acura TL (315 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Insignia. (175 Nm). This means 2002 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura TL | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Acura | Opel |
| Model | TL | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2737 mm |
