2009 Ford Expedition vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, both 2009 Ford Expedition and 2009 Opel Insignia were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Opel Insignia. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Insignia.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition 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 2009 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Insignia. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Expedition | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Expedition | Insignia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2737 mm |