2010 BMW X3 vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Opel Insignia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Opel Insignia would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Opel Insignia. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Insignia.
Because 2010 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Opel Insignia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 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 Opel Insignia (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X3. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X3. 2009 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW X3 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW X3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 BMW X3 | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | X3 | Insignia |
Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4569 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1676 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2797 mm | 2737 mm |