2011 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 1 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin Virage (490 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 2010 Opel Insignia. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Because 2011 Aston Martin Virage 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 2011 Aston Martin Virage. 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, 2011 Aston Martin Virage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Insignia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Aston Martin Virage | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
Model | Virage | Insignia |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5900 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 490 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 569 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4704 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1288 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2737 mm |