2008 BMW 550 vs. 2008 Opel Insignia
To start off, both 2008 BMW 550 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 (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2008 Opel Insignia. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Because 2008 BMW 550 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 2008 BMW 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Insignia. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 550 | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 550 | Insignia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2737 mm |