1997 Renault Safrane vs. 2008 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2008 Opel Insignia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Safrane would be higher. Both 1997 Renault Safrane and 2008 Opel Insignia are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Insignia (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1997 Renault Safrane. (142 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Safrane.
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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Renault Safrane | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Renault | Opel |
Model | Safrane | Insignia |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2737 mm |