2011 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Ford Mustang is newer by 3 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mustang (412 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 2008 Opel Insignia. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Because 2011 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 2011 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2011 Ford Mustang (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Insignia. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Mustang | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mustang | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 412 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 528 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1417 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2737 mm |
