2009 Lincoln MKS vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, both 2009 Lincoln MKS 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 3,724 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln MKS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln MKS (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Opel Insignia. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Insignia.
Because 2009 Lincoln MKS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Opel Insignia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln MKS 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 Lincoln MKS (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Insignia. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln MKS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Insignia. 2009 Lincoln MKS has automatic transmission and 2009 Opel Insignia has manual transmission. 2009 Opel Insignia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lincoln MKS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lincoln MKS | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Lincoln | Opel |
| Model | MKS | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3724 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2737 mm |
