2005 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. Both 2005 Nissan X-Trail and 2008 Opel Insignia are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Insignia (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Opel Insignia (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. 2008 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan X-Trail | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | X-Trail | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2737 mm |
