2011 Nissan Versa vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Versa.
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, 2010 Opel Insignia (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Versa | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Versa | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4295 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1534 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2737 mm |
