2009 Opel Insignia vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Opel Insignia. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Insignia.
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 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V70. 2007 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2009 Opel Insignia has manual transmission. 2009 Opel Insignia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Opel Insignia | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Insignia | V70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1956 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1856 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1498 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2737 mm | 2760 mm |
