2005 Acura CL vs. 2008 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2008 Opel Insignia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2008 Opel Insignia. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Insignia.
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 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura CL | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Acura | Opel |
Model | CL | Insignia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2737 mm |