2009 Opel Insignia vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Opel Insignia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Opel Insignia would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fusion (234 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2009 Opel Insignia. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Insignia.
Because 2013 Ford Fusion is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Opel Insignia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion 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, 2013 Ford Fusion (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Insignia. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Insignia. 2013 Ford Fusion 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. 2013 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Opel Insignia | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Insignia | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1956 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1856 mm | 2121 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1498 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2737 mm | 2850 mm |
