2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, both 2009 Chrysler 300 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 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2009 Opel Insignia. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Insignia.
Because 2009 Chrysler 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Opel Insignia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Insignia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | 300 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3517 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2737 mm |
