2006 Nissan Patrol vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2011 Opel Insignia. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Insignia.
Because 2006 Nissan Patrol is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Nissan Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Insignia. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Insignia. 2006 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 2011 Opel Insignia has manual transmission. 2011 Opel Insignia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Patrol | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Patrol | Insignia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4759 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2737 mm |