2005 Fiat Punto 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 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (84 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Because 2009 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (195 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Punto | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2737 mm |
