2009 Ford S-Max vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, both 2009 Ford S-Max 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford S-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Ford S-Max. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford S-Max.
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, 2009 Ford S-Max (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Insignia. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford S-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford S-Max | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | S-Max | Insignia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2737 mm |