2012 Opel Astra vs. 2012 Opel Insignia

To start off, both 2012 Opel Astra and 2012 Opel Insignia were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2012 Opel Insignia. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2012 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 Opel Astra (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Insignia. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Insignia.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Opel Astra 2012 Opel Insignia
Make Opel Opel
Model Astra Insignia
Year Released 2012 2012
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 262 Nm 175 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1856 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1498 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2737 mm


 

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