2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 211 more horse power than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2010 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia 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, 2010 Opel Insignia (435 Nm) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (161 Nm). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2010 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Insignia |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 435 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2737 mm |