2008 Renault Modus 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 Renault Modus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Modus would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2008 Renault Modus. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Modus.
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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Modus. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Modus. 2009 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Modus has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Modus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Modus | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Renault | Opel |
| Model | Modus | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2737 mm |
