2009 Toyota Sienna 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 Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2010 Opel Insignia. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Because 2009 Toyota Sienna 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 Sienna 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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Sienna. 2009 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2010 Opel Insignia has manual transmission. 2010 Opel Insignia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Sienna | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Sienna | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3455 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2737 mm |
