2004 Fiat Panda 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 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (158 HP) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (350 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Panda | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2737 mm |
