2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2008 Opel Insignia
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Colorado 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Opel Insignia. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Insignia. (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Colorado | Insignia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2737 mm |