2011 Opel Insignia vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (248 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2011 Opel Insignia. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Insignia.
Because 2007 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Opel Insignia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Insignia. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Insignia. 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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. 2007 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Opel Insignia | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Insignia | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1956 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1856 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1498 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2737 mm | 2860 mm |
