2004 Smart ForTwo vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2010 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Smart ForTwo | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Smart | Opel |
| Model | ForTwo | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2737 mm |
