2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2012 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia 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, 2012 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Spider | Insignia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2737 mm |