2011 Opel Insignia vs. 2001 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2001 Holden Vectra. (139 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Vectra.
Because 2011 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Holden Vectra. 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 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Vectra. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Opel Insignia | 2001 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Opel | Holden |
| Model | Insignia | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1856 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1498 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2737 mm | 2650 mm |
