2011 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, both 2011 Mercedes-Benz S 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (621 HP) has 463 more horse power than 2011 Opel Insignia. (158 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Insignia.
Because 2011 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (999 Nm) has 649 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Insignia. (350 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Insignia. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2011 Opel Insignia has manual transmission. 2011 Opel Insignia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Mercedes-Benz S | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
Model | S | Insignia |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 621 HP | 158 HP |
Torque | 999 Nm | 350 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3165 mm | 2737 mm |