2010 Kia Rio vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Rio would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio.
Because 2011 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia 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, 2011 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Rio | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Rio | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4249 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2499 mm | 2737 mm |
