2011 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Chevrolet Captiva would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. 2012 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet Captiva has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Captiva | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Captiva | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2737 mm |
