2006 Pontiac SV 6 vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Pontiac SV 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Pontiac SV 6 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2010 Opel Insignia. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Insignia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac SV 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Pontiac | Opel |
| Model | SV 6 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2737 mm |
