2009 Fiat Panda 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 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda.
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, 2011 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda. 2011 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Panda | Insignia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2737 mm |