2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 2010 Opel Insignia

To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Stilo.

Because 2010 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Stilo.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Fiat Stilo 2010 Opel Insignia
Make Fiat Opel
Model Stilo Insignia
Year Released 2005 2010
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1910 cc 2792 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 321 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 435 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 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 4190 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1856 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1498 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2737 mm


 

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