2002 Audi R8 vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi R8 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 472 more horse power than 2010 Opel Insignia. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Because 2002 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Opel Insignia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 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, 2002 Audi R8 (698 Nm) has 523 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Insignia. (175 Nm). This means 2002 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi R8 | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | R8 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 698 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2737 mm |
