2010 Lexus LS vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Lexus LS 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2009 Opel Insignia. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Insignia.
Because 2010 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Insignia. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Lexus LS | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Lexus | Opel |
| Model | LS | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 438 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5179 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3091 mm | 2737 mm |
