2005 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 6 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan X-Trail.
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, 2011 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan X-Trail | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | X-Trail | Insignia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2737 mm |