2010 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Saab 05-Sep 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 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Saab 05-Sep. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2010 Saab 05-Sep.
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, 2009 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saab 05-Sep. (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saab 05-Sep. 2010 Saab 05-Sep has automatic transmission and 2009 Opel Insignia has manual transmission. 2009 Opel Insignia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Saab 05-Sep | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Saab | Opel |
| Model | 05-Sep | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5009 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1867 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1466 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2737 mm |
