2003 Pininfarina Enjoy vs. 2009 Opel Insignia

To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy. (133 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy.

Because 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy 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 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy. 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, 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy (178 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Insignia. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Insignia. 2009 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy has manual transmission. 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Pininfarina Enjoy 2009 Opel Insignia
Make Pininfarina Opel
Model Enjoy Insignia
Year Released 2003 2009
Engine Size 1794 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 133 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 178 Nm 175 Nm
Torque RPM 4850 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Length 3750 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1856 mm
Vehicle Height 1080 mm 1498 mm


 

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