2011 Lancia Musa 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 Lancia Musa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Lancia Musa would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2011 Lancia Musa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2011 Lancia Musa.
Because 2012 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lancia Musa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia 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, 2012 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lancia Musa. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lancia Musa | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Musa | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2737 mm |
