2012 Opel Insignia vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Opel Insignia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Opel Insignia would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2012 Opel Insignia. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Opel Insignia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Insignia. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Opel Insignia | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Insignia | Panamera |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1856 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1498 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2737 mm | 2920 mm |