2009 Opel Insignia vs. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Opel Insignia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Opel Insignia would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche. (316 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2009 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Insignia. (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Insignia. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 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. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Opel Insignia | 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
Model | Insignia | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1856 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1498 mm | 1946 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2737 mm | 3302 mm |