2012 Opel Insignia vs. 2002 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Opel Insignia. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C5 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, 2012 Opel Insignia (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C5. 2002 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Insignia has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Insignia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Opel Insignia | 2002 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Opel | Citroen |
Model | Insignia | C5 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1956 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1856 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1498 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2737 mm | 2760 mm |