2008 Dacia Logan vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dacia Logan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dacia Logan would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan.
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, 2009 Opel Insignia (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Dacia | Opel |
| Model | Logan | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3800 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 | 4460 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2737 mm |
