2004 Xedos 9 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 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Opel Insignia. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Insignia.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Opel Insignia (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Xedos 9 | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Xedos | Opel |
| Model | 9 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2737 mm |
