2005 Acura MDX 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 MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,464 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2008 Opel Insignia. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Because 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Insignia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX 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, 2005 Acura MDX (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Insignia. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Acura | Opel |
| Model | MDX | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3464 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2737 mm |
