2011 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2010 Opel Insignia. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan 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 Dodge Grand Caravan (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Insignia. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Insignia. 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan 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 Dodge Grand Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Grand Caravan | Insignia |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5151 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1999 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2737 mm |