2009 Opel Astra vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, both 2009 Opel Astra 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 Opel Astra and 2009 Opel Insignia are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Opel Astra. (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Astra.
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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Astra. (262 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Astra. 2009 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 2009 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2009 Opel Astra 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 Opel Astra | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Astra | Insignia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2737 mm |