2002 Citroen C8 vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (127 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8.
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, 2002 Citroen C8 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Insignia. (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Insignia. 2012 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 2002 Citroen C8 has manual transmission. 2002 Citroen C8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C8 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2737 mm |
