2009 Audi Q5 vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi Q5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi Q5 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q5 (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Opel Insignia. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Insignia.
Because 2009 Audi Q5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Opel Insignia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 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, 2009 Audi Q5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Insignia. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q5 | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | Q5 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2737 mm |
