2005 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 6 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2011 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 325 | Insignia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2737 mm |