2010 Opel Insignia vs. 2013 Smart Fortwo
To start off, 2013 Smart Fortwo 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
Because 2013 Smart Fortwo 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 2013 Smart Fortwo. 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, 2010 Opel Insignia (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Smart Fortwo. 2013 Smart Fortwo 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. 2013 Smart Fortwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Opel Insignia | 2013 Smart Fortwo | |
Make | Opel | Smart |
Model | Insignia | Fortwo |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1856 mm | 1559 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1498 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2737 mm | 1867 mm |