2007 Nissan Titan vs. 2008 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2008 Opel Insignia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Titan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Titan would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2008 Opel Insignia. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Because 2007 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Insignia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan 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 Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Insignia. (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Insignia. 2007 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Insignia has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Insignia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Titan | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Titan | Insignia |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 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 | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2737 mm |