2000 Renault Safrane vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Opel Insignia. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Insignia.
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, 2000 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Insignia. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Insignia. 2010 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 2000 Renault Safrane has manual transmission. 2000 Renault Safrane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Renault Safrane | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Renault | Opel |
Model | Safrane | Insignia |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
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 |