2008 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 Opel Insignia. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Insignia.
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 Honda Accord (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Insignia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Insignia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2737 mm |