2011 Audi Q7 vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 2 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q7 (225 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2009 Opel Insignia. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Insignia.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Opel Insignia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 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 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Insignia. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Insignia. 2011 Audi Q7 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. 2011 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Audi Q7 | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Audi | Opel |
Model | Q7 | Insignia |
Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5088 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1737 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3002 mm | 2737 mm |