2006 Lotus Elise vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lotus Elise would be higher. Both 2006 Lotus Elise and 2009 Opel Insignia are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Opel Insignia. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Insignia.
Because 2006 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Lotus Elise (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Insignia. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lotus Elise | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Lotus | Opel |
| Model | Elise | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2737 mm |
