2008 Subaru Impreza vs. 2008 Opel Insignia

To start off, both 2008 Subaru Impreza and 2008 Opel Insignia were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Opel Insignia. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Insignia.

Because 2008 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Insignia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Insignia. (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Insignia.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Subaru Impreza 2008 Opel Insignia
Make Subaru Opel
Model Impreza Insignia
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2457 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 227 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1856 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1498 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2737 mm


 

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