2007 Fiat Palio II 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 Fiat Palio II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Palio II would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2010 Opel Insignia (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (136 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Palio II. 2010 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Palio II has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Palio II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Palio II | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Palio II | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2737 mm |
