2004 Porsche 911 vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Porsche 911. (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Opel Insignia (435 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Porsche | Opel |
| Model | 911 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2737 mm |
