2009 Opel Insignia vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Tundra (242 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2009 Opel Insignia. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Insignia.
Because 2000 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Opel Insignia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Insignia. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Insignia. 2000 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2009 Opel Insignia has manual transmission. 2009 Opel Insignia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Opel Insignia | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Insignia | Tundra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1856 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1498 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2737 mm | 3270 mm |