2011 Toyota Avensis vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Avensis. (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Avensis.
Because 2012 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Avensis. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Avensis | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Avensis | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2737 mm |
