2004 Buick Terraza vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick Terraza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Terraza would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Terraza (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2012 Opel Insignia. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Because 2004 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Opel Insignia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick Terraza 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 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Terraza. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Terraza | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Terraza | Insignia |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2737 mm |