2004 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2008 Opel Insignia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Insignia (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Opel Insignia (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Insignia |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2737 mm |