2011 Ford E-150 vs. 2011 Opel Insignia

To start off, both 2011 Ford E-150 and 2011 Opel Insignia were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-150 (225 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2011 Opel Insignia. (158 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Insignia.

Because 2011 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford E-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Ford E-150 (387 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Insignia. (350 Nm). This means 2011 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Insignia.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Ford E-150 2011 Opel Insignia
Make Ford Opel
Model E-150 Insignia
Year Released 2011 2011
Body Type Van Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4600 cc 1956 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 225 HP 158 HP
Torque 387 Nm 350 Nm
Fuel Type Flex Fuel Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Length 5504 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 2017 mm 1856 mm
Vehicle Height 2085 mm 1498 mm
Wheelbase Size 3505 mm 2737 mm


 

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