1996 Renault Megane vs. 2008 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2008 Opel Insignia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Megane would be higher. Both 1996 Renault Megane and 2008 Opel Insignia are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Insignia (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (88 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane.
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, 2008 Opel Insignia (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane. 2008 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 1996 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 1996 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Megane | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Renault | Opel |
| Model | Megane | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2737 mm |
