2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2011 Opel Insignia. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Insignia.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Opel Insignia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Insignia. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Silverado | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2737 mm |
