Opel Insignia 2009 vs Volvo XC70 2013
| Gearbox: | Manual | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 2.4 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 160 HP | 215 HP | |
| Torque: | 350 NM | 440 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.9 seconds | 8.3 seconds | |
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Volvo XC70 is a more dynamic driving. Opel Insignia engine produces 55 HP less power than Volvo XC70, whereas torque is 90 NM less than Volvo XC70. Due to the lower power, Opel Insignia reaches 100 km/h speed 1.6 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.0 | 6.4 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.7 l/100km | 7.8 l/100km | |
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The Opel Insignia is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Opel Insignia consumes 0.4 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volvo XC70, which means that by driving the Opel Insignia over 15,000 km in a year you can save 60 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Opel Insignia consumes 1.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volvo XC70. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres | 70 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1160 km in combined cycle | 1090 km in combined cycle | |
| 1420 km on highway | 1340 km on highway | ||
| 1040 km with real consumption | 890 km with real consumption | ||
| Opel Insignia gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Ground clearance: | 160 mm (6.3 inches) | 210 mm (8.3 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Volvo XC70 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. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 350'000 km | 460'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Volvo XC70 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 7 years | 6 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Opel Astra, Opel Zafira | Used also on Volvo XC60 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Opel Insignia might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Opel Insignia 2009 2.0 engine: The Opel 2.0 CDTI A20DTH is a strong and efficient diesel engine that delivers good performance and reasonable fuel consumption. However, it also has several well-known weak points that require attention if long service life is expected. With proper care the engine can cover high mileage, but neglecting maintenance ... More about Opel Insignia 2009 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.91 m | 4.84 m | |
| Width: | 1.86 m | 1.86 m | |
| Height: | 1.52 m | 1.60 m | |
| Opel Insignia is 7 cm longer than the Volvo XC70, width is practically the same , while the height of Opel Insignia is 8 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 540 litres | 575 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
1530 litres | 1600 litres | |
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Volvo XC70 has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, This could mean that the Opel Insignia uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Volvo XC70 (by 70 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.9 meters | 11.5 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Opel Insignia is 0.6 metres less than that of the Volvo XC70, which means Opel Insignia can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`290 kg | 2`400 kg | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | average | below average | |
| Opel Insignia has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Volvo XC70 has serious deffects in 10 percent more cases than Opel Insignia, so Opel Insignia quality is probably slightly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 3400 | 11 200 | |
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