2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Nubira would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.
Because 2011 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia 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, 2011 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. 2011 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Nubira has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Nubira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Nubira | Insignia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2737 mm |