2007 Renault Espace vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2012 Opel Insignia. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 2007 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Insignia. (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Espace | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Renault | Opel |
Model | Espace | Insignia |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2737 mm |