2012 Opel Insignia vs. 2012 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2012 Opel Insignia and 2012 Opel Meriva were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2012 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Meriva.
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 Insignia (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Meriva. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Opel Insignia | 2012 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Insignia | Meriva |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 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 | 5 doors |