2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 2009 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick LaCrosse | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | LaCrosse | Insignia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2737 mm |