2007 BMW 320 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 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2011 Opel Insignia. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Insignia.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Insignia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 320 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2737 mm |
