2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2008 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 1 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2008 Opel Insignia. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Because 2009 GMC Acadia 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, 2009 GMC Acadia 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, 2009 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Insignia. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Acadia | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
Make | GMC | Opel |
Model | Acadia | Insignia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2737 mm |