2003 Toyota Solara vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Solara (162 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2010 Opel Insignia. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2003 Toyota Solara (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Insignia. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Insignia. 2010 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Solara has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Solara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Toyota Solara | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Toyota | Opel |
Model | Solara | Insignia |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2437 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2737 mm |