2005 Ford Escape vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Opel Insignia (435 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (265 Nm). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escape | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escape | Insignia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 435 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2737 mm |