2008 Opel Insignia vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Opel Insignia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Opel Insignia. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2008 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, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Insignia. (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Insignia | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Insignia | Golf |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1856 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1498 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2737 mm | 2470 mm |
