2009 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Porsche 911. (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2010 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia 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, 2010 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Porsche 911 | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Porsche | Opel |
Model | 911 | Insignia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2737 mm |