2009 Opel Insignia vs. 2008 Renault Logan
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 Logan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Logan would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Renault Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault 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 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Opel Insignia | 2008 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Insignia | Logan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1956 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1856 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1498 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2737 mm | 2910 mm |
