2003 Buick Century vs. 2012 Opel Insignia

To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2003 Buick Century. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Century.

Because 2012 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia 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, 2012 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Century. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Century.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Buick Century 2012 Opel Insignia
Make Buick Opel
Model Century Insignia
Year Released 2003 2012
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3134 cc 2792 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 176 HP 321 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 264 Nm 435 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4950 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1856 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1498 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2737 mm


 

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