2010 Opel Insignia vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2010 Opel Insignia. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Because 2012 Jaguar XJ 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 2012 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Insignia. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Insignia. 2012 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2010 Opel Insignia has manual transmission. 2010 Opel Insignia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Opel Insignia | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Opel | Jaguar |
| Model | Insignia | XJ |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1956 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1856 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1498 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2737 mm | 3157 mm |
