2008 Opel Insignia vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 156

To start off, both 2008 Opel Insignia and 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Insignia (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156.

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, 2008 Opel Insignia (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156. (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Opel Insignia 2008 Alfa Romeo 156
Make Opel Alfa Romeo
Model Insignia 156
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1970 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 217 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 182 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1856 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1498 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2737 mm 2600 mm


 

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