2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Opel Insignia. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Insignia.

Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Opel Insignia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Insignia. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Insignia.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Hyundai Terracan 2009 Opel Insignia
Make Hyundai Opel
Model Terracan Insignia
Year Released 2006 2009
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2902 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 175 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1856 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1498 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2737 mm