2012 Volvo XC60 vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC60 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Opel Insignia. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Insignia.
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, 2010 Opel Insignia (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC60. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volvo XC60 | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Volvo | Opel |
| Model | XC60 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1712 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2748 mm | 2737 mm |
