2011 Opel Insignia vs. 2007 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Aygo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (114 HP) has 61 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Aygo.
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, 2011 Opel Insignia (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Opel Insignia | 2007 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Insignia | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1856 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1498 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2737 mm | 2340 mm |
