The Comparative Analysis :
Opel Insignia Sedan 1.4 LPG ecoFlex (Autogas) (12 - 13) vs. VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel (Natural Gas) (10 - 13)
€ 28,400
€ 30,600
€ 28,400
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 30,600
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The Opel Insignia 1.4 LPG ecoFlex is slightly bigger in every dimension. It's 2.4 inches longer, 1.4 inches wider and 1.1 inches taller than the VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel.
Opel Insignia 1.4 LPG ecoFlex
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
59
73.1
82
57.9
71.7
81.2
73.1 in
Width
71.7 in
82 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
81.2 in
59 in
Height
57.9 in
107.8
190.2
106.8
187.8
190.2 in
Length
187.8 in
107.8 in
Wheelbase
106.8 in
Vehicle Weight
Opel Insignia 1.4 LPG ecoFlex
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
3463 lb
Curb Weight
3523 lb
4652 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4674 lb
Weight Difference:
60 lb
1.7 %
General
Opel Insignia 1.4 LPG ecoFlex
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
G09
Generation
B7
Sedan
Car Body Style
Sedan
Autogas (LPG)
Fuel Type
Natural Gas (CNG)
Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
6-speed manual transmission
Transmission
6-speed manual transmission
Engine
Opel Insignia 1.4 LPG ecoFlex
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
Straight-four engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
Straight-four engine with gas turbine compressor
Engine Code
*CDG*
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
4
1.4 L / 69 cu in
Displacement
1.4 L / 69 cu in
138 hp
at 4900 rpm
Power
148 hp
at 5500 rpm
Opel Insignia 1.4 LPG ecoFlex
138 hp
148 hp
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
148 lb‑ft
at 1850 rpm
Max. Torque
162 lb‑ft
at 1500 rpm
Opel Insignia 1.4 LPG ecoFlex
148 lb‑ft
162 lb‑ft
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
Performance
Opel Insignia 1.4 LPG ecoFlex
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
121 mph
Maximum Speed
133 mph
12.4 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
9.8 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
564 ft
0.000 sec
Opel Insignia 1.4 LPG ecoFlex
62 mph
62
mph
mph
446 ft
0.000 sec
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
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25.09 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
23.8 lb/hp
Opel Insignia 1.4 LPG ecoFlex
25.09 lb/hp
23.8 lb/hp
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Opel Insignia 1.4 LPG ecoFlex
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
Fuel Economy
31 mpg
( 23 MPGe ⓘ Miles per gallon gasoline equivalent (MPGe) is a measure of the average distance traveled per unit of energy consumed. MPGe, specified in miles per U.S. gallon, is used to compare the energy consumption of vehicles that use different energy sources.)
combined ✽ per 100 miles
15.3 lb✽
( 6 MPGe ⓘ Miles per gallon gasoline equivalent (MPGe) is a measure of the average distance traveled per unit of energy consumed. MPGe, specified in miles per U.S. gallon, is used to compare the energy consumption of vehicles that use different energy sources.)
Opel Insignia 1.4 LPG ecoFlex
23 MPGe
6 MPGe
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
23 mpg
city
20.2 lb
38 mpg
highway
12.4 lb
11.1 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
46 lb
344 mi
Range
303 mi
Opel Insignia 1.4 LPG ecoFlex
344 mi
303 mi
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
Environmental Impact
112 kWh
Total Energy Consumption
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
31.5 kWh
Opel Insignia 1.4 LPG ecoFlex
112 kWh
31.5 kWh
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
Euro 5
Emission Standard
Euro 5
200 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
188 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Opel Insignia 1.4 LPG ecoFlex
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
4
Doors
4
5
No. of Seats
5
1188 lb
Maximum Payload
1151 lb
14.2 cu ft
Trunk Volume
16 cu ft
No data
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
No data
