2004 AC Aceca vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2011 Opel Insignia. (321 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Insignia.
Because 2011 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 AC Aceca. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 AC Aceca | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Aceca | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2737 mm |
