2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2012 Opel Insignia. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Suburban (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Insignia. (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Suburban | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2737 mm |
