2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 4 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Opel Insignia (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C3 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2737 mm |
