Opel Insignia 2009 vs Volvo V70 2007
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 1.6 Petrol | |
| Diesel (Opel Insignia) engines typically outperform gasoline engines in terms of fuel efficiency and low-end torque. This makes them more economical and better suited for towing or long-distance travel. However, gasoline (Volvo V70) engines mostly are lighter, quieter, and offer better acceleration and responsiveness, especially in smaller vehicles. For more information, see the article "Diesel or Petrol: Fuel Economy and Key Differences." | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 130 HP | 180 HP | |
| Torque: | 300 NM | 240 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.6 seconds | 8.7 seconds | |
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Volvo V70 is a more dynamic driving. Opel Insignia engine produces 50 HP less power than Volvo V70, but torque is 60 NM more than Volvo V70. Due to the lower power, Opel Insignia reaches 100 km/h speed 2.9 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.0 | 6.8 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.4 l/100km | 8.0 l/100km | |
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The Opel Insignia is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Opel Insignia consumes 0.8 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volvo V70, which means that by driving the Opel Insignia over 15,000 km in a year you can save 120 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Opel Insignia consumes 1.6 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volvo V70. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres | 70 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1160 km in combined cycle | 1020 km in combined cycle | |
| 1420 km on highway | 1270 km on highway | ||
| 1090 km with real consumption | 870 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. | |||
| 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. 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. | |||
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 | no data | |
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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. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`265 | 2`190 | |
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| Quality: | average | average | |
| 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. | |||
| Average price (€): | 4600 | 4600 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 7.5/10 | 7.9/10 | |
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