2012 BMW X1 vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 3 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X1 (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Opel Insignia. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Insignia.
Because 2012 BMW X1 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, 2012 BMW X1 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 BMW X1 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Insignia. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW X1 | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | X1 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4454 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1798 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1545 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2737 mm |
