2012 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 2010 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Volkswagen Beetle | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Volkswagen | Opel |
Model | Beetle | Insignia |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1400 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4278 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1486 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2537 mm | 2737 mm |