2008 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2008 Opel Insignia
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2008 Opel Insignia were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Opel Insignia. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Because 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 (323 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Insignia. (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 159 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2737 mm |
