2008 GMC Canyon vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Canyon (185 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2010 Opel Insignia. (158 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2010 Opel Insignia (350 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon. 2010 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 2008 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2008 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Canyon | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Canyon | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2737 mm |
