2010 Ford F-250 vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Ford F-250. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford F-250.
Because 2012 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford F-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia 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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Insignia. (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford F-250 | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | F-250 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 494 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 6253 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1961 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3967 mm | 2737 mm |
