2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (170 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Opel Insignia. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Insignia.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Volkswagen Passat (225 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Insignia. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Passat | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Opel |
| Model | Passat | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2737 mm |
