2009 Citroen C6 vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C6 would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C6 (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2012 Opel Insignia. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 2009 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Insignia. (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C6 | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C6 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2737 mm |
