2002 Opel Frontera vs. 2008 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2008 Opel Insignia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2008 Opel Insignia. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Because 2002 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Insignia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Opel Frontera 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, 2002 Opel Frontera (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Insignia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Frontera | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Frontera | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2737 mm |
