2006 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,555 cc, 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2012 Opel Insignia. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Because 2006 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Opel Insignia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Insignia. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Armada | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Armada | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 1956 cc |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2737 mm |
