2006 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (158 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
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, 2012 Opel Insignia (350 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tucson | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Tucson | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2737 mm |
