2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C3 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 42 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3.
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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C3 | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C3 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2737 mm |
