2010 Opel Insignia vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Opel Insignia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Opel Insignia would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Focus (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2010 Opel Insignia. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Insignia.
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 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Focus. 2012 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 2010 Opel Insignia has manual transmission. 2010 Opel Insignia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Opel Insignia | 2012 Ford Focus | |
Make | Opel | Ford |
Model | Insignia | Focus |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
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 | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4359 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1856 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1498 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2737 mm | 2649 mm |