2003 Ford Excursion vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2011 Opel Insignia. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Insignia.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Opel Insignia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Insignia. (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Excursion | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Excursion | Insignia |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2737 mm |