2008 Infiniti FX vs. 2008 Opel Insignia

To start off, both 2008 Infiniti FX 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti FX (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2008 Opel Insignia. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Insignia.

Because 2008 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Insignia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Insignia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Insignia.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Infiniti FX 2008 Opel Insignia
Make Infiniti Opel
Model FX Insignia
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Crossover Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4494 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 320 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 454 Nm 155 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1856 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1498 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2737 mm


 

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