2011 Saab 9-4X vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Opel Insignia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Opel Insignia would be higher. At 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Saab 9-4X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 9-4X (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2009 Opel Insignia. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Insignia.
Because 2011 Saab 9-4X is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Opel Insignia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X 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 Saab 9-4X (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Insignia. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 9-4X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Saab 9-4X | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Saab | Opel |
| Model | 9-4X | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4829 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1679 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2737 mm |
