2005 Chevrolet Venture 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 Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Venture would be higher. At 3,354 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Venture (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Opel Insignia. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Venture 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, 2005 Chevrolet Venture (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Insignia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Venture | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Venture | Insignia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3354 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2737 mm |