2001 Honda Insight vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Insight would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2001 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Insight.
Because 2009 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Insight | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Insight | Insignia |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2737 mm |