2005 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Opel Insignia. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Insignia.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Opel Insignia (300 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 325 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2737 mm |
