2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2008 Honda Jazz. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Because 2011 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia 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, 2011 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Jazz | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Jazz | Insignia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2737 mm |