2012 Ford Ka vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, both 2012 Ford Ka and 2012 Opel Insignia were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (158 HP) has 84 more horse power than 2012 Ford Ka. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Ka.
Because 2012 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Opel Insignia (350 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Ka. (145 Nm). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Ka. 2012 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2012 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Ka | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Ka | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2737 mm |
