2005 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Opel Insignia. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Insignia. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Express | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2737 mm |
