2005 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. (288 HP @ 2700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (440 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Insignia. (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | ML | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2737 mm |
