1997 Ford F-250 vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2012 Opel Insignia. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Opel Insignia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford F-250 (575 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Insignia. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | F-250 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2737 mm |
