2007 Citroen C6 vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C6 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C6 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2010 Opel Insignia. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Insignia.
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, 2007 Citroen C6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Insignia. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C6 | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C6 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 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 | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2737 mm |
