2010 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2009 Opel Insignia

To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Terios 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Terios.

Because 2010 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Opel Insignia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Terios 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 (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Terios.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Daihatsu Terios 2009 Opel Insignia
Make Daihatsu Opel
Model Terios Insignia
Year Released 2010 2009
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1493 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 104 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4060 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1856 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1498 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2737 mm


 

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