2002 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW X5 (329 HP) has 171 more horse power than 2011 Opel Insignia. (158 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Insignia.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2002 BMW X5 (480 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Insignia. (350 Nm). This means 2002 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW X5 | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | X5 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2737 mm |
