2010 Opel Insignia vs. 2012 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Opel Insignia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Opel Insignia would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. (119 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Nubira (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Insignia. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Opel Insignia | 2012 Chevrolet Nubira | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Insignia | Nubira |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1856 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1498 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2737 mm | 2610 mm |
