2009 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (612 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2011 Opel Insignia. (321 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Insignia.
Because 2011 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia 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 Chevrolet Corvette (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Insignia. (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Corvette | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 596 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2737 mm |
