Opel Insignia engine produces 25 HP less power than Volvo V70, whereas torque is 50 NM less than Volvo V70. Due to the lower power, Opel Insignia reaches 100 km/h speed 0.1 seconds later.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
11.3
11.3
Fuel tank capacity:
70 litres
70 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
610 km in combined cycle
610 km in combined cycle
880 km on highway
860 km on highway
510 km with real consumption
560 km with real consumption
Drive type
Wheel drive type:
All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Ground clearance:
160 mm (6.3 inches)
150 mm (5.9 inches)
Because of the higher ground clearance, Opel Insignia can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds.
Dimensions
Length:
4.91 m
4.82 m
Width:
1.86 m
1.86 m
Height:
1.52 m
1.54 m
Both cars are similar in size. Opel Insignia is 9 cm longer than the Volvo V70, width is practically the same , while the height of Opel Insignia is 2 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
540 litres
575 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
1530 litres
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Volvo V70 has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, Opel Insignia has 35 litres less trunk space than the Volvo V70. This could mean that the Opel Insignia uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable.
Turning diameter:
10.9 meters
11.7 meters
The turning circle of the Opel Insignia is 0.8 metres less than that of the Volvo V70, which means Opel Insignia can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Opel Insignia has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Volvo V70, so Opel Insignia quality could be a bit better.
