2009 Honda S2000 vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2010 Opel Insignia. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Because 2009 Honda S2000 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 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Insignia. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda S2000 | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | S2000 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2737 mm |
