2009 BMW 550 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 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2012 Opel Insignia. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Because 2009 BMW 550 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 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Insignia. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Insignia. 2009 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Insignia has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Insignia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 550 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1796 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2737 mm |
