2000 Vauxhall Astra vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vauxhall Astra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Opel Insignia. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 2011 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, 2000 Vauxhall Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Insignia. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Vauxhall Astra | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Opel |
| Model | Astra | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2737 mm |
