2006 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Commander would be higher. At 4,703 cc, 2006 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Commander (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2008 Opel Insignia. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Because 2006 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Insignia. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Commander | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | Commander | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1796 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2737 mm |
