2000 Ford Excursion vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 7,274 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (232 HP) has 74 more horse power than 2010 Opel Insignia. (158 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (677 Nm) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Insignia. (350 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Insignia. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2010 Opel Insignia has manual transmission. 2010 Opel Insignia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Excursion | Insignia |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7274 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 158 HP |
Torque | 677 Nm | 350 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2737 mm |