2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2009 Opel Insignia. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Insignia.
Because 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph 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 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Insignia. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Opel |
Model | Silver Seraph | Insignia |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5379 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 318 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2737 mm |