2010 Opel Insignia vs. 2002 Ford Lynx
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Lynx would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Ford Lynx. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Lynx.
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, 2010 Opel Insignia (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Lynx. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Opel Insignia | 2002 Ford Lynx | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Insignia | Lynx |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1856 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1498 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2737 mm | 2620 mm |
