2003 Ford Ka vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka.
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, 2012 Opel Insignia (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka. 2012 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Ka | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Ka | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2737 mm |
