2012 Opel Insignia vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW 118 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 144 more horse power than 2011 BMW 118. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 118.
Because 2012 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 118. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 118. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Opel Insignia | 2011 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Insignia | 118 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1856 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1498 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2737 mm | 2660 mm |
