2012 Opel Insignia vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac XTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2012 Opel Insignia. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS 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, 2013 Cadillac XTS (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Insignia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac XTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Opel Insignia | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | Opel | Cadillac |
| Model | Insignia | XTS |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1856 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1498 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2737 mm | 2831 mm |
