2011 BMW 535 vs. 2008 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Insignia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Insignia would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2008 Opel Insignia. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Because 2011 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Insignia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 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 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Insignia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 535 | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 535 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| 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 - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4905 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2969 mm | 2737 mm |
