2007 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Opel Insignia

To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna.

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, 2011 Opel Insignia (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Renault Laguna 2011 Opel Insignia
Make Renault Opel
Model Laguna Insignia
Year Released 2007 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1870 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 128 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1856 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1498 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2737 mm