2006 GMC Savana vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Savana would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2012 Opel Insignia. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Because 2006 GMC Savana 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 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 GMC Savana (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Insignia. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Savana | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Savana | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2737 mm |
