2003 Ford Expedition vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2003 Ford Expedition. (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Expedition.
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, 2010 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Expedition. (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Expedition | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Expedition | Insignia |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4603 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 397 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2737 mm |