2006 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2011 Opel Insignia. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Insignia.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Insignia. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 325 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2737 mm |
