2006 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (158 HP) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2011 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Opel Insignia (350 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (190 Nm). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla. 2011 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Corolla | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2737 mm |
