2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2011 Opel Insignia. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Insignia.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Insignia. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Pathfinder | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2737 mm |
