2007 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2012 Opel Insignia. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Because 2007 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Opel Insignia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Insignia. (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Insignia. 2007 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Armada | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Armada | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2737 mm |
