2010 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2011 Opel Insignia. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Insignia.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Scirocco (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Insignia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Insignia. 2011 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Opel |
| Model | Scirocco | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4256 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1404 mm | 1498 mm |
