Skoda Superb 2008 vs Opel Insignia 2008
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 2.0 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 170 HP | 160 HP | |
| Torque: | 350 NM | 350 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9 seconds | 9.5 seconds | |
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Skoda Superb is more dynamic to drive. Skoda Superb engine produces 10 HP more power than Opel Insignia, the torque is the same for both cars. Thanks to more power Skoda Superb reaches 100 km/h speed 0.5 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.1 | 5.8 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.9 l/100km | 6.7 l/100km | |
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By specification Skoda Superb consumes 0.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Opel Insignia, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Skoda Superb could require 45 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Skoda Superb consumes 0.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Opel Insignia. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres | 70 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 980 km in combined cycle | 1200 km in combined cycle | |
| 1170 km on highway | 1450 km on highway | ||
| 860 km with real consumption | 1040 km with real consumption | ||
| Opel Insignia gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 139 mm (5.5 inches) | 160 mm (6.3 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Opel Insignia can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Opel Insignia version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from twelve 4x4 versions of Opel Insignia 2008 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 420'000 km | 350'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Skoda Superb engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 6 years | 7 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 8 other car models, including Volkswagen Passat, Volkswagen Sharan, Audi A3 | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Opel Astra, Opel Zafira | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Skoda Superb might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Opel Insignia 2008 2.0 engine: The Opel 2.0 CDTI A20DTH is a strong and efficient diesel engine that delivers good performance and reasonable fuel consumption. However, it also has several well-known weak points that require attention if long service life is expected. With proper care the engine can cover high mileage, but neglecting maintenance ... More about Opel Insignia 2008 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.84 m | 4.83 m | |
| Width: | 1.82 m | 1.86 m | |
| Height: | 1.46 m | 1.50 m | |
| Skoda Superb is 1 cm longer than the Opel Insignia, 4 cm narrower, while the height of Skoda Superb is 4 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 595 litres | 500 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
1700 litres | 1010 litres | |
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Skoda Superb has more luggage capacity. Skoda Superb has 95 litres more trunk space than the Opel Insignia. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Skoda Superb (by 690 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | 10.9 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Skoda Superb is 0.1 metres less than that of the Opel Insignia. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`135 kg | 2`125 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`497 kg | 1`613 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 638 kg | 512 kg | |
| Skoda Superb load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 20 procentiem more than Opel Insignia. Therefore, Skoda Superb is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
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| Quality: | average | average | |
| Average price (€): | 4400 | 5200 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 8.3/10 | 7.5/10 | |
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