2007 GMC Canyon vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 4 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 66 more horse power than 2011 Opel Insignia. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Insignia.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Insignia. (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Insignia. 2007 GMC Canyon 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. 2007 GMC Canyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Canyon | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| 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 |
