2010 Opel Antara vs. 2008 Opel Insignia

To start off, 2010 Opel Antara is newer by 2 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 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Opel Insignia. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Insignia.

Because 2010 Opel Antara 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, 2010 Opel Antara 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, 2008 Opel Insignia (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Antara.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Opel Antara 2008 Opel Insignia
Make Opel Opel
Model Antara Insignia
Year Released 2010 2008
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2404 cc 1956 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1856 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1498 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2737 mm


 

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