2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser (239 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2010 Opel Insignia. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Insignia.

Because 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Opel Insignia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser (377 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Insignia. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Insignia.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser 2010 Opel Insignia
Make Toyota Opel
Model FJ Cruiser Insignia
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3954 cc 1956 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 239 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 377 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1856 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1498 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2737 mm


 

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