2011 Mazda BT-50 vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, both 2011 Mazda BT-50 and 2011 Opel Insignia were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (158 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda BT-50.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Opel Insignia (350 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (257 Nm). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda BT-50. 2011 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda BT-50 has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda BT-50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mazda BT-50 | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | BT-50 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2737 mm |
