2005 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2012 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia 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, 2012 Opel Insignia (435 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix. (380 Nm). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Pontiac | Opel |
| Model | Grand Prix | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2737 mm |
