2010 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 2009 Opel Insignia. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Insignia.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz CL (829 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Insignia. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
Model | CL | Insignia |
Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 829 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5065 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2954 mm | 2737 mm |