2012 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2009 Opel Insignia. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Insignia.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 556 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Insignia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Express | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6600 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2737 mm |
