2009 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 4,412 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (311 HP) has 153 more horse power than 2010 Opel Insignia. (158 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Volvo S80 (441 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Insignia. (350 Nm). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volvo S80 | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Volvo | Opel |
| Model | S80 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4412 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2737 mm |
