2007 Cadillac SRX vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac SRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac SRX would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac SRX. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac SRX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac SRX. (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac SRX. 2007 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Insignia has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Insignia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac SRX | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Cadillac | Opel |
Model | SRX | Insignia |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2737 mm |