2010 Subaru Outback vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Outback.
Because 2010 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Opel Insignia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback 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, 2011 Opel Insignia (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Subaru Outback | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Subaru | Opel |
| Model | Outback | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1669 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2737 mm |
