Opel Insignia 2008 vs Ford Mondeo 2007
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 2.0 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing chain and belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 160 HP | 140 HP | |
| Torque: | 350 NM | 320 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.5 seconds | 9.5 seconds | |
| Opel Insignia engine produces 20 HP more power than Ford Mondeo, whereas torque is 30 NM more than Ford Mondeo. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.8 | 5.9 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.7 l/100km | 6.7 l/100km | |
| By specification Opel Insignia consumes 0.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Ford Mondeo, which means that by driving the Opel Insignia over 15,000 km in a year you can save 15 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres | 70 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1200 km in combined cycle | 1180 km in combined cycle | |
| 1450 km on highway | 1420 km on highway | ||
| 1040 km with real consumption | 1040 km with real consumption | ||
| Ground clearance: | 160 mm (6.3 inches) | 110 mm (4.3 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Opel Insignia can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Opel Insignia version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from twelve 4x4 versions of Opel Insignia 2008 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 350'000 km | 560'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Ford Mondeo engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 7 years | 9 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Opel Astra, Opel Zafira | Installed on at least 4 other car models, including Ford Focus, Ford Galaxy, Ford S-Max, Ford C-Max | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Ford Mondeo might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.83 m | 4.78 m | |
| Width: | 1.86 m | 1.89 m | |
| Height: | 1.50 m | 1.50 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Opel Insignia is 5 cm longer than the Ford Mondeo, 3 cm narrower the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 520 litres | 540 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1465 litres | 1460 litres | |
| Despite its longer length, Opel Insignia has 20 litres less trunk space than the Ford Mondeo. This could mean that the Opel Insignia uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Opel Insignia (by 5 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.9 meters | 11.4 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Opel Insignia is 0.5 metres less than that of the Ford Mondeo, which means Opel Insignia can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`125 | 2`170 | |
| Safety: | |||
| Quality: | above average | below average | |
| Opel Insignia has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Ford Mondeo has serious deffects in 20 percent more cases than Opel Insignia, so Opel Insignia quality is probably better | |||
| Average price (€): | 5400 | 3200 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 7.4/10 | 7.3/10 | |
| Pros and Cons: |
Opel Insignia has
|
Ford Mondeo has
| |