2008 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Opel Insignia
To start off, both 2008 BMW X5 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 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2008 Opel Insignia. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Because 2008 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Insignia. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X5 | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | X5 | Insignia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4797 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2737 mm |