2006 Honda Jazz vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Opel Insignia (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz. 2009 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Jazz | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Jazz | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2737 mm |
