2006 Renault Kangoo vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (129 HP) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
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 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Kangoo | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Renault | Opel |
| Model | Kangoo | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2737 mm |
