2007 GMC Canyon vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2009 Opel Insignia. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Insignia.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Opel Insignia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon 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, 2007 GMC Canyon (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Insignia. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Canyon | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
Make | GMC | Opel |
Model | Canyon | Insignia |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 243 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2737 mm |