2002 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (162 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2010 Opel Insignia. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Grand Espace 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, 2010 Opel Insignia (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (251 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Grand Espace | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Renault | Opel |
| Model | Grand Espace | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2737 mm |
