2005 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Opel Insignia. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Opel Insignia (350 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (314 Nm). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Highlander | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Highlander | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3309 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2737 mm |
