2008 Nissan Sentra 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 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2010 Opel Insignia. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2010 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, 2010 Opel Insignia (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Sentra | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Sentra | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2737 mm |
