Opel Insignia 2009 vs BMW 5 series 2010
| Gearbox: | Manual | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 3.0 Diesel | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 130 HP | 258 HP | |
| Torque: | 300 NM | 560 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.6 seconds | 6.3 seconds | |
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BMW 5 series is a more dynamic driving. Opel Insignia engine produces 128 HP less power than BMW 5 series, whereas torque is 260 NM less than BMW 5 series. Due to the lower power, Opel Insignia reaches 100 km/h speed 5.3 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.0 | no data | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres | 70 litres | |
| 1090 km with real consumption | 900 km with real consumption | ||
| 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) | 141 mm (5.6 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. Note, however, that this Opel Insignia version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from six 4x4 versions of Opel Insignia 2009 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
| BMW 5 sērija 2010 3.0 engine: The N57 engine is a robust turbo diesel unit without any major systemic issues. Its longevity depends heavily on regular maintenance, including timely servicing, periodic cleaning of the intake system, and active regeneration of the diesel particulate filter.
The ... More about BMW 5 sērija 2010 3.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.91 m | 4.91 m | |
| Width: | 1.86 m | 1.86 m | |
| Height: | 1.52 m | 1.46 m | |
| Opel Insignia and BMW 5 series are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 540 litres | 560 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1530 litres | 1670 litres | |
| Opel Insignia has 20 litres less trunk space than the BMW 5 series. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in BMW 5 series (by 140 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.9 meters | 11.9 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Opel Insignia is 1 metres less than that of the BMW 5 series, which means Opel Insignia can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`265 | 2`520 | |
| Safety: | |||
| BMW 5 series scores higher in safety tests. The BMW 5 series scores significantly higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | average | low | |
| Opel Insignia has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data BMW 5 series has serious deffects in 25 percent more cases than Opel Insignia, so Opel Insignia quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 4000 | 9400 | |
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