2008 Opel Insignia vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Insignia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Insignia would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Opel Insignia. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima 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, 2012 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Insignia. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Insignia | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Insignia | Altima |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1856 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1498 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2737 mm | 2675 mm |
