1997 Mazda Levante vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda Levante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda Levante would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1997 Mazda Levante. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda Levante.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2010 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda Levante. 1997 Mazda Levante has automatic transmission and 2010 Opel Insignia has manual transmission. 2010 Opel Insignia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda Levante | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Levante | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2737 mm |
