2007 Citroen Picasso 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 Picasso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen Picasso would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen Picasso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen Picasso (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Opel Insignia. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen Picasso 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 Picasso (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Insignia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Insignia. 2007 Citroen Picasso has automatic transmission and 2010 Opel Insignia has manual transmission. 2010 Opel Insignia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Citroen Picasso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Picasso | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Picasso | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2737 mm |
