2009 Holden Cruze vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, both 2009 Holden Cruze 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. Both 2009 Holden Cruze and 2009 Opel Insignia are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (177 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Holden Cruze. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2009 Holden Cruze.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Opel Insignia (230 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Holden Cruze. (153 Nm). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Holden Cruze. 2009 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 2009 Holden Cruze has manual transmission. 2009 Holden Cruze will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Holden Cruze | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Holden | Opel |
Model | Cruze | Insignia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 177 HP |
Torque | 153 Nm | 230 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4597 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1788 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1477 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2737 mm |