2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2007 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 (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C3 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2737 mm |
