2010 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mustang (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2011 Opel Insignia. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Insignia.
Because 2010 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mustang (440 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Insignia. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Mustang | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mustang | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4778 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1425 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2737 mm |
