1999 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus.
Because 2010 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia 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, 2010 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus. 2010 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Focus | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Focus | Insignia |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2737 mm |