1999 AC Aceca vs. 1998 Citroen C 15
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (322 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1998 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 565 kg more than 1998 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen C 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 AC Aceca (532 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 1998 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Aceca | C 15 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 532 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 47 L |
