2005 Isuzu Ascender 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 Isuzu Ascender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Isuzu Ascender would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Isuzu Ascender (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2010 Opel Insignia. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Because 2005 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Opel Insignia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Ascender 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 Isuzu Ascender (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Insignia. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Isuzu Ascender | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Isuzu | Opel |
| Model | Ascender | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2737 mm |
