Opel Insignia 2009 vs Volvo V70 2007
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 220 HP | 145 HP | |
| Torque: | 350 NM | 190 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.9 seconds | 11.3 seconds | |
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Opel Insignia is more dynamic to drive. Opel Insignia engine produces 75 HP more power than Volvo V70, whereas torque is 160 NM more than Volvo V70. Thanks to more power Opel Insignia reaches 100 km/h speed 3.4 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.9 | 8.3 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 10.7 l/100km | 9.7 l/100km | |
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The Volvo V70 is a better choice in terms of fuel economy based on user-reported consumption, although the specification shows otherwise. By specification Opel Insignia consumes 0.6 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volvo V70, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Opel Insignia could require 90 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Opel Insignia consumes 1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volvo V70. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres | 70 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 780 km in combined cycle | 840 km in combined cycle | |
| 1060 km on highway | 1010 km on highway | ||
| 650 km with real consumption | 720 km with real consumption | ||
| Ground clearance: | 160 mm (6.3 inches) | 143 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. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 300'000 km | 480'000 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 V70 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 5 years | 6 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used only for this car | Installed on at least 4 other car models, including Volvo S80, Volvo V50, Volvo S40, Volvo C30 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Volvo V70 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
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`280 | 2`260 | |
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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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