2010 Ford Ka vs. 2008 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Ford Ka is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Insignia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Insignia would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Insignia (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ka. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ka.
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, 2008 Opel Insignia (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ka. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ka. 2008 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Ka | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Ka | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2737 mm |
