2006 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mustang. (130 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mustang.
Because 2006 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Ford Mustang (461 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Insignia. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mustang | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Mustang | Insignia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2737 mm |