2006 Chrysler Pacifica 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 Chrysler Pacifica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler Pacifica would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. (251 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Pacifica | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Pacifica | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2737 mm |
