Volkswagen Passat CC 2012 vs Opel Insignia 2008
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 2.0 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 170 HP | 160 HP | |
| Torque: | 350 NM | 350 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.6 seconds | 9.5 seconds | |
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Volkswagen Passat CC is more dynamic to drive. Volkswagen Passat CC engine produces 10 HP more power than Opel Insignia, the torque is the same for both cars. Thanks to more power Volkswagen Passat CC reaches 100 km/h speed 0.9 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.5 | 5.8 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 7.1 l/100km | 6.7 l/100km | |
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The Opel Insignia is a better choice in terms of fuel economy based on user-reported consumption, although the specification shows otherwise. By specification Volkswagen Passat CC consumes 0.3 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Opel Insignia, which means that by driving the Volkswagen Passat CC over 15,000 km in a year you can save 45 litres of fuel. But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, Volkswagen Passat CC consumes 0.4 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Opel Insignia. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres | 70 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1270 km in combined cycle | 1200 km in combined cycle | |
| 1420 km on highway | 1450 km on highway | ||
| 980 km with real consumption | 1040 km with real consumption | ||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 124 mm (4.9 inches) | 160 mm (6.3 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 twelve 4x4 versions of Opel Insignia 2008 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 420'000 km | 350'000 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 Volkswagen Passat CC engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 6 years | 7 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 8 other car models, including Volkswagen Passat, Volkswagen Sharan, Audi A3, Skoda Superb | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Opel Astra, Opel Zafira | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Volkswagen Passat CC might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Opel Insignia 2008 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 2008 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.80 m | 4.83 m | |
| Width: | 1.86 m | 1.86 m | |
| Height: | 1.42 m | 1.50 m | |
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Volkswagen Passat CC is smaller. Volkswagen Passat CC is 3 cm shorter than the Opel Insignia, width is practically the same , while the height of Volkswagen Passat CC is 8 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 532 litres | 500 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
no data | 1010 litres | |
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Volkswagen Passat CC has more luggage capacity. Even though the car is shorter, The Opel Insignia may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.4 meters | 10.9 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Volkswagen Passat CC is 0.5 metres more than that of the Opel Insignia, which means Volkswagen Passat CC can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | 1`970 kg | 2`125 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`507 kg | 1`613 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 463 kg | 512 kg | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | low | average | |
| Opel Insignia has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Volkswagen Passat CC has serious deffects in 70 percent more cases than Opel Insignia, so Opel Insignia quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 15 000 | 5200 | |
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