2005 BMW 330 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 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Opel Insignia. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Insignia.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Insignia. (230 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 330 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 230 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 |
