2007 Audi Q7 vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 4,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (344 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 Opel Insignia. (321 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Insignia.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Audi Q7 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Insignia. (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Insignia. 2007 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2011 Opel Insignia has manual transmission. 2011 Opel Insignia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | Q7 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2737 mm |
