2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2010 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 2010 Opel Insignia has manual transmission. 2010 Opel Insignia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Lumina | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2737 mm |
