2006 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2008 Opel Insignia. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Insignia. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Envoy | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2737 mm |
