2009 Lotus Exige 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 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2010 Opel Insignia. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Because 2009 Lotus Exige 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 Lotus Exige. 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, 2010 Opel Insignia (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Exige. 2010 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 2009 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2009 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Exige | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Lotus | Opel |
Model | Exige | Insignia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2737 mm |