2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2010 Opel Insignia. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Because 2009 GMC Yukon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Yukon (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Insignia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Yukon | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2737 mm |
