2007 Bentley Azure vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,761 cc, 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Azure (452 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2010 Opel Insignia. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Because 2007 Bentley Azure 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 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 645 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Insignia. (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Insignia. 2007 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2010 Opel Insignia has manual transmission. 2010 Opel Insignia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Azure | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Bentley | Opel |
| Model | Azure | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1598 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 452 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2737 mm |
