2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Opel Insignia. (321 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 GMC Sierra (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Insignia. (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Sierra | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
Make | GMC | Opel |
Model | Sierra | Insignia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5964 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 516 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2737 mm |