2008 Nissan Murano vs. 2008 Opel Insignia
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Murano 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2008 Opel Insignia. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Because 2008 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Insignia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Murano | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Murano | Insignia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2737 mm |