2005 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Opel Insignia. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Insignia. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Insignia. 2010 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. 2010 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan X-Trail | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | X-Trail | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 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 |
