2012 Opel Agila vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Agila is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Opel Insignia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Opel Insignia 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 (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2012 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Agila.
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 (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Agila. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Agila. 2011 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Agila has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Agila will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Opel Agila | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Agila | Insignia |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2737 mm |