2000 Ford Galaxy 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 Galaxy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Galaxy 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 208 more horse power than 2000 Ford Galaxy. (113 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Galaxy.
Because 2010 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Galaxy. 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Galaxy. (180 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Galaxy. 2010 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Galaxy has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Galaxy 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:
| 2000 Ford Galaxy | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Galaxy | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2737 mm |
