2011 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Buick LaCrosse 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Opel Insignia. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2010 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, 2011 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Insignia. (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Insignia. 2011 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2010 Opel Insignia has manual transmission. 2010 Opel Insignia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Buick LaCrosse | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | LaCrosse | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5001 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2737 mm |
