2006 Audi Q7 vs. 2008 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2008 Opel Insignia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Q7 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2008 Opel Insignia. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Because 2006 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Insignia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 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, 2006 Audi Q7 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Insignia. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Q7 | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | Q7 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2737 mm |
