2009 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz R 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Opel Insignia. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Insignia.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz R 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 Mercedes-Benz R 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, both vehicles can yield 350 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz R | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | R | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3220 mm | 2737 mm |
