2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Opel Insignia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Opel Insignia would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK (415 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2010 Opel Insignia. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz SLK (539 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Insignia. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | SLK | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 415 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 539 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4102 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1793 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2431 mm | 2737 mm |
