2002 Porsche Carrera GT 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 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 475 more horse power than 2011 Opel Insignia. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Insignia.
Because 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Porsche Carrera GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche Carrera GT (620 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Insignia. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Porsche Carrera GT | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Porsche | Opel |
Model | Carrera GT | Insignia |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 604 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2737 mm |