2011 BMW 335 vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW 335 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2012 Opel Insignia. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Because 2011 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Opel Insignia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 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 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Insignia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
2011 BMW 335 | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 335 | Insignia |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1783 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1374 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2737 mm |