2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2008 Opel Insignia
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Punto 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Insignia (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Fiat Punto (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Insignia. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Insignia. 2008 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Punto | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Punto | Insignia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2737 mm |