2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2010 Opel Insignia. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Insignia. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Insignia. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2010 Opel Insignia has manual transmission. 2010 Opel Insignia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Silverado | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2737 mm |
