2009 Audi RS6 vs. 2010 Opel Insignia

To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 4,991 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi RS6 (572 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2010 Opel Insignia. (321 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Insignia.

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 RS6 (650 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Insignia. (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Insignia.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi RS6 2010 Opel Insignia
Make Audi Opel
Model RS6 Insignia
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4991 cc 2792 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 572 HP 321 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 650 Nm 435 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4930 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1856 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1498 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2737 mm


 

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