2009 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, both 2009 BMW 325 and 2009 Opel Insignia were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325.
Because 2009 BMW 325 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 2009 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Opel Insignia (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 325 | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 325 | Insignia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2737 mm |