2006 Rover 75 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 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Rover 75. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 75.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Rover 75 | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Rover | Opel |
Model | 75 | Insignia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2737 mm |