2006 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2008 Opel Insignia. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Insignia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Tahoe (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Insignia. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Tahoe | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2737 mm |
