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 |