2012 Buick Enclave vs. 2008 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 4 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2008 Opel Insignia. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Insignia.
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 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Insignia. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Buick Enclave | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Enclave | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1842 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2737 mm |
