2001 Toyota Avensis vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis.
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, 2010 Opel Insignia (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Avensis | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Avensis | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2737 mm |
