2008 BMW 525 vs. 2008 Opel Insignia
To start off, both 2008 BMW 525 and 2008 Opel Insignia were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Opel Insignia. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Because 2008 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Insignia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Insignia. (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Insignia. 2008 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 BMW 525 | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 525 | Insignia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2737 mm |