2012 Opel Insignia vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Opel Insignia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Opel Insignia would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2012 Opel Insignia. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Because 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Opel Insignia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Insignia. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Opel Insignia | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Insignia | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1856 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1498 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2737 mm | 2900 mm |
