2009 Audi Q7 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 Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Insignia. (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q7 | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Audi | Opel |
Model | Q7 | Insignia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2737 mm |