2010 Opel Insignia vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 3 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2010 Opel Insignia. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Opel Insignia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Insignia. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Opel Insignia | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Opel | BMW |
Model | Insignia | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1856 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1498 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2737 mm | 2760 mm |