2000 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2008 Opel Insignia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Insignia (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Ford Focus. (143 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Focus.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Opel Insignia (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Focus | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Focus | Insignia |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2737 mm |