2001 Renault Megane vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2001 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2001 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, 2012 Opel Insignia (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Megane. 2012 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 2001 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2001 Renault Megane 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:
| 2001 Renault Megane | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Renault | Opel |
| Model | Megane | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2737 mm |
