2010 Opel Insignia vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Opel Insignia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Opel Insignia would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Opel Insignia | 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Opel | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Insignia | 159 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1856 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1498 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2737 mm | 2710 mm |
