2007 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Aston Martin DB9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Aston Martin DB9 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (451 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2012 Opel Insignia. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Because 2007 Aston Martin DB9 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 2007 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Insignia. (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Insignia. 2012 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 2007 Aston Martin DB9 has manual transmission. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin DB9 | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | DB9 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2737 mm |
