2012 Nissan GT-R vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Opel Insignia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Opel Insignia would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2011 Opel Insignia. (321 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Insignia.
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 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Insignia. (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Nissan GT-R | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | GT-R | Insignia |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 530 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 607 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4671 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1369 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2779 mm | 2737 mm |